Parenting Plan
/ˈpɛərɛntɪŋ plæn/
Definitions
- (n.) A court-approved or mutually agreed document that outlines custody, visitation, and care arrangements for a child following parental separation or divorce.
The parents submitted their parenting plan to the court for approval to ensure clear custody terms.
Forms
- parenting plan
- parenting plans
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Commentary
Parenting plans often require detailed provisions to prevent future disputes; clarity and specificity in drafting are key to enforceability.
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