family court
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of family court
First recorded in 1930–35
Example Sentences
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Parents who divorced under the old system are also now eligible to have their custody arrangement reviewed by the family court.
From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026
A family court judge sided with her, but Torres Campos appealed.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026
Rahimi, which the court decided in 2024, the defendant had been deemed dangerous by a family court judge, based on allegations made by his former girlfriend.
From Slate • Mar. 3, 2026
“However, if the matrimonial pot does not meet the financial needs of both parties, the U.K. family court may consider splitting pre-marital assets acquired before marriage, as we explain below,” the law firm adds.
From MarketWatch • Feb. 17, 2026
"Assistant district attorney. Judge: family court, state supreme court, appellate division. Appellate has two p's and two /'s. Never married, no children."
From "The Westing Game" by Ellen Raskin
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