Understanding Custody
Can Adultery Affect Child Custody? (If So, How Much)
Does an affair affect custody? Usually very little. Learn how courts apply the child's best interests and when infidelity can actually matter.
Understanding Custody
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Understanding Custody
Does it Matter Who Files First for Child Custody? (Is There an Advantage)
Filing first rarely decides custody. Learn what judges weigh, when timing matters, and when filing early makes sense.
Understanding Custody
Preparing as a Mother When Custody Is Contested
Learn what courts weigh in a contested custody case, how equal-time presumptions change the outlook, and how to build a record that shows stability.
Understanding Custody
When Might a Father Be Awarded Custody?
When fathers are awarded custody, the best thing they can do is to make sure their children have a happy childhood.