A Washington, D.C. domestic relations case that is set for trial generally follow the schedule shown in the infograph above. There may also be some additional steps to the trial process if there are any motions filed that require hearings on those motions. Superior Court Judges will often suggest to parties that they attempt to…
How Is Child Custody Determined in the District of Columbia?
- November 22, 2024
When issuing a custody order in the District of Columbia judges are required to make findings on what the best interest of the child would be. The judges use a number of statutory factors to consider what is in the “best interest of the child”. The factors the judges consider are: The court will consider…