Child Custody (Hadanah)

Child custody, or Hadanah, refers to the legal rights and responsibilities regarding the care and upbringing of a child following the separation or divorce of parents. It involves decisions about where the child will live, who makes important life decisions (like education and health), and the visitation rights of the non-custodial parent. Custody can be sole, where one parent has primary responsibility, or joint, where both parents share responsibility. The overarching goal is to act in the best interests of the child, ensuring their safety, stability, and emotional well-being during transitions.