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Child Custody

Pushing for shared child custody

By Koiles Pratt Divorce and Family Law | December 26, 2017

For years, courts have determined which parent is fit to be the primary caregiver for a child after a divorce if the parents are unable to decide amongst themselves. Now, a number of states, including Massachusetts, are pushing for shared child custody after divorce. A number of arguments have been made both for…

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Child custody between same-sex couples

By Koiles Pratt Divorce and Family Law | December 6, 2017

Massachusetts attorneys have seen their fair share of marriages end in divorce. Sometimes, former spouses are able to get along during and after the divorce is final, but there are some circumstances that can put an extra strain on what remains of the relationship. Determining child custody has the potential to turn…

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