custody law
Child placement rules
Custody law is the body of legal rules governing which parent or guardian has responsibility for a child after separation or divorce.
It covers physical custody (where the child lives), legal custody (who makes major decisions), and visitation rights.
Courts apply a best interests of the child standard when parents dispute arrangements.
They hired a family attorney who specializes in custody law.
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