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Today, we're tackling one of the most common — and most misunderstood — custody questions: When can kids decide where they want to live? 

Julie breaks down how Pennsylvania law actually works (hint: kids don't get the final say), why putting children in the middle is damaging, and how judges weigh a child's preference alongside 16 other custody factors. 

Plus, we talk about parenting teens in custody situations, appeals when you don't like a court's decision, and why being "the bigger person" isn't just good advice — it's essential. Buckle up, Julie’s fired up on this one!

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This episode of Lawfully After Ever was produced and edited by Emily Murphy.