family court

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We know what works: family court reform that centers safety over shared parenting presumptions; mandatory training on coercive control; limits on custody for abusive partners; strict, enforceable firearm removal; and sustained investment in survivor support.

From Slate • Apr. 25, 2026

After disagreements over how much time they each had with their son, Taylor filed a paternity and custody action in family court in 2023, and got 50-50 custody.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 20, 2026

Parents who divorced under the old system are also now eligible to have their custody arrangement reviewed by the family court.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

A family court judge sided with her, but Torres Campos appealed.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026

Because the hearing was kept private, like all proceedings in family court, the news stories could continue to be sensational and simplistic, easy arguments for one side or the other.

From "Little Fires Everywhere" by Celeste Ng