The Court’s paramount concern in all custody cases in Pennsylvania is what is in the best interests of the child. However, in January, 2011 a new statutory law took effect that requires the Court to consider certain factors when deciding a custody case. Custody...
In years gone by, there was a preference by the Courts to award custody of children, especially young ones, to the Mother. Times changed and so have the Courts. The guiding principle in any custody action is the “best interests of the child”. This involves...
