Decisions over parenting and the residential schedule of children are made by a judge upon the totality of the circumstances. The duty of the judge is to decide what is the best interest by considering everything in a child’s life, including their lives up to the trial, the relative strengths and weaknesses of the parents, the needs of the children, everything which might be relevant and have an … [Read more...]
How Does the Court Determine Who Gets Custody of the Children?
When making decisions regarding children, judges consider the totality of the circumstances a child’s life to determine what is in the best interest of the children. A judge will make its determination only after a full evidentiary trial, with both parties and the attorney for the children presenting their witnesses and evidence. Sometimes, the testimony and conclusions of a custodial evaluator … [Read more...]