LAW 1035:
Custody Law
Fall 2020 • Section 21
• CRN 44918
Course Description
This seminar covers the entire field of custody, including the following: History of custody in America; Constitutional implications; Definitions and general principles including joint custody; Psychological issues from the parent's point of view, from the children's point of view and from the lawyer's point of view; Child custody evaluations; Best interest standard and the factors affecting that standard; Paternity related presumptions and rights of third parties, including the state, grandparents, stepparents and relevance of in loco parentis and different burdens of proof; abuse; Interstate and International Child Custody Disputes; Relocation; Termination of parental rights; Dependency; Adoption; Methods of resolving custody disputes, including negotiation, mediation and litigation; Post-decision proceedings including modification of orders and appeal and contempt; and Special topics including surrogacy, biological or psychological parents and biotechnology issues.
Schedule
| Day/Time | Location |
|---|---|
| M 5:30-7:20 PM | Klein 1D |
Registration Info
Registration Notes
This course will meet in person for Fall 2020.
Equivalent Courses
You may not register for this course if you are enrolled in or have already taken the following:
- LAW 0445 (Custody Law)