Child Custody Agreement
/ˈtʃaɪld ˈkʌstədi əˈɡriːmənt/
Definitions
- (n.) A legally binding contract between parents or guardians outlining the care, control, and custody of a child following separation or divorce.
The couple entered into a child custody agreement to determine the visitation schedule.
Forms
- child custody agreement
- child custody agreements
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Commentary
A child custody agreement typically serves to avoid litigation by consensual resolution; precise terms should address custody type, visitation, and decision-making authority.
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