In divorce cases, does family court usually favor mothers?
In divorce cases, does family court usually favor mothers? Tim Cella used to work at several law firms Personally, I’ve seen both scenarios where fathers are favored and vice-versa. It is a common belief that family courts typically favor mothers in divorce cases. However, the reality is that family courts strive to make decisions in the best interest of the children, regardless of the gender of the parent. When making decisions regarding child custody and visitation, family courts use a standard of " the best interests of the child. " This standard is gender-neutral and considers a variety of factors including the child's relationship with each parent, the child's physical and emotional needs, the child's age, the parents' financial situation, and the child's educational needs. In other words, the court is not predisposed to favor either the mother or father, but rather seeks to determine what arrangement is best for the child. Similarly, when making de...