During divorce the lives of children are turned upside-down. Their relationships with parents are permanently changed. Understanding the effect of divorce on your children may help them, and you, in the future. Children of all ages are at risk from the upheaval caused by divorce. Although parents might understand they will get through divorce intact,… Read More »
In the past, many jurisdictions in the United States relied upon the tender years doctrine in child custody cases. This doctrine essentially created a presumption in favor of the mother in custody disputes involving children under a certain age. Most states, including New York, have departed from this doctrine as an officially recognized principle of… Read More »
By
Bryan Salamone
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Published
March 15, 2012
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Posted in
Custody, Family Law
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Tagged agreement, child custody, children, custody dispute, family court, family law attorney, joint custody, negotiation, settlement, trial
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