family court

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

From Slate • Apr. 25, 2026

Frank Perez said he would like to see changes to the family court system, because he feels their very serious concerns about his son were too easily brushed aside.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 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

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

From BBC • Apr. 1, 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