custody arrangement

A **custody arrangement** refers to the legal and practical framework outlining how parental responsibilities and time with a child are divided between separated or divorced parents. This arrangement determines where the child will live, how decisions about the child’s welfare are made, and the schedule for visitation or shared custody. The goal of a custody arrangement is to serve the best interests of the child, ensuring stability, emotional support, and ongoing relationships with both parents. Custody arrangements can vary widely based on individual circumstances, including sole custody, joint custody, physical custody, and legal custody.