Divorce Law in the United States: A Focus on Child Custody.

Buehler, Cheryl; Gerard, Jean M.

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Publication Date: 1995

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Divorce Law in the United States: A Focus on Child Custody.

Buehler, Cheryl; Gerard, Jean M.

Family Relations, v44 n4 p439-58 Oct 1995

Reviews legal issues related to child custody decision making during and following divorce, and abstracts relevant information from all states. Discusses best interests of the child (BIOC) standard, legal standing of third parties litigating with natural parents, rights and responsibilities of noncustodial parents, and the role of alternative dispute resolution forums. (JBJ)

Descriptors: Child Custody, Child Rearing, Child Support, Children, Conflict Resolution, Court Litigation, Divorce, Family Problems, Legal Responsibility, Parent Child Relationship, Parent Role, State Courts, State Legislation

Publication Type: Information Analyses; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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