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When Your Child Wants to Live With You: What Dads Need to Know
Episode Summary:
In this episode, North Carolina family law attorney Jana Jones explains what happens when a child says they want to live with one parent over the other. She breaks down how courts handle a child’s preference, what “best interest” really means, and when it might lead to a custody change. Jana also shares practical advice for parents—how to approach the other parent, when to seek mediation, and why emotional balance and communication matter just as much as legal steps.
Key Timestamps:
00:00 – How North Carolina courts view a child’s custody preference
02:00 – When a judge will…
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