EPISODE · May 8, 2025 · 23 MIN
Can My Kid Choose Who They Live With? (Spoiler: No.)
from Lawfully Ever After · host Julie Potts, Esq
Send a textToday, we're tackling one of the most common — and most misunderstood — custody questions: When can kids decide where they want to live? Julie breaks down how Pennsylvania law actually works (hint: kids don't get the final say), why putting children in the middle is damaging, and how judges weigh a child's preference alongside 16 other custody factors. Plus, we talk about parenting teens in custody situations, appeals when you don't like a court's decision, and why being "the bigger person" isn't just good advice — it's essential. Buckle up, Julie’s fired up on this one!Show Notes: Learn more about Julie Potts, Esq on her website https://juliepottsesq.com Follow Julie on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawyerjulie Follow Julie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juliepotts_esq To contact the podcast with questions, suggestions, or if you are interested in being a guest, please e-mail [email protected] Please remember that this podcast should not be considered legal advice, and you should always consult your own attorney if you have questions or need clarifications about your specific situation. This episode of Lawfully After Ever was produced and edited by Emily Murphy.
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Send a text Today, we're tackling one of the most common — and most misunderstood — custody questions: When can kids decide where they want to live? Julie breaks down how Pennsylvania law actually works (hint: kids don't get the final say), why putting children in the middle is damaging, and how judges weigh a child's preference alongside 16 other custody factors. Plus, we talk about parenting teens in custody situations, appeals when you don't like a court's decision, and why bei...
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