17. Custody Q&A Discussion | Moving Across State Lines, Child’s Preferences for Custody, Birth Certificates, & More

As family law attorneys, we see people asking for advice on social media all the time. In this episode, we’re addressing some of those scenarios and questions, specifically about custody of children. Sabrina M. Frenette from Modern Legal joins Theresa to discuss how the law and courts affect these scenarios, when the parents get to make decisions, how children’s preferences get factored in, and more. Meet Sabrina Sabrina M. Frenette is a Family Law Associate Attorney at Modern Legal. Once in law school, Sabrina quickly discovered her passion for family law. It not only allowed her to utilize her creative problem-solving skills, but also provided her with the opportunity to connect with clients and make a positive impact. She genuinely enjoys getting to know each client and helping them find the best solution for their family and unique circumstances. From prenuptial agreements to divorce, Modern Legal is here to protect your family at all stages of life. Schedule a consultation with our team today! Some key takeaways from this episode include: Relocating children across state lines during a divorce can be really tricky, even in domestic violence situations, so it’s essential to consult with your attorney before making any decisions about moving.  In North Carolina, there’s no specific age for children where a judge will consider their preference for custody arrangements. Overall, the child’s preference doesn’t hold a ton of weight, but may carry more weight as the child grows and matures. If you don’t have a great relationship with your ex-in-laws, but they may still have a strong relationship with your children. While your child is with your ex-spouse, your ex gets to make the decision about who they visit during that time.  The Legal Lounge podcast aims to dispel misinformation and downright bad legal information to empower anyone with questions about their family, their children, their finances, their marriage, and the law. As a team focused exclusively on family law matters, we aim to help you not only with the information you need, but also with the hope that your situation has a solution.  Modern Legal is a family law firm based in Charlotte, North Carolina. Our Modern Legal team can help you navigate the legal system when the law and your family collide. We help turn confusion into confidence, helplessness into empowerment, and frustration into action.  Connect with Modern Legal: Website Phone: 704-286-6302 Instagram LinkedIn YouTube Facebook  LEGAL DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for educational purposes only and the information should not be relied upon as legal advice or for legal purposes.