family court

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In fact, the Fairfaxes had recently appeared in family court.

From Slate • Apr. 25, 2026

But at every turn, the senior Perez said he felt like they hit roadblocks in complicated mental health and family court systems.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026

Under the new law, a family court can decide whether to grant sole or joint custody to divorcing couples.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

“However, if the matrimonial pot does not meet the financial needs of both parties, the U.K. family court may consider splitting pre-marital assets acquired before marriage, as we explain below,” the law firm adds.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 17, 2026

A hearing had been set in family court and a judge would make a determination about Willow in the next two months.

From "Counting by 7s" by Holly Goldberg Sloan