K.C. and V.C. v. L.A. Appeal of: D.M and L.N.

OPINION

Justice TODD.

In this appeal by allowance, we are asked to determine whether an order denying a petition to intervene in a custody action is appealable as a collateral order as of right pursuant to Pa.R.A.P. 313. 1 For the reasons that follow, we hold that such an order is, in fact, a collateral order appealable under Rule 313, and, thus, we reverse the Superior Court’s order quashing the appeal and remand to that court for consideration of the issues raised therein.

This case arises out of an action for the custody of L.A. (“Child”). Child was born on December 9, 2011, to L.A.…