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How NY Courts Weigh Children’s Preferences for Custody and Visitation
Any child old enough to understand that their parents are splitting up and that they will no longer all live together likely has thoughts about what they want their own living situation to look like. When parents cannot agree on custody and visitation, the judge may ask the child about their preferences. Because testifying in […]
How Grandparents Can Seek Visitation Rights Over Parents’ Objections
In New York State, the right of grandparents to seek visitation with their grandchildren is a matter of legal recognition and judicial discretion. The law acknowledges the unique and valuable role that grandparents often play in the lives of their grandchildren. Grandparents may petition the court for visitation rights, but several factors and conditions influence […]
