Chapter 13 - Courtroom Battles Begin For Absolute Sole Legal Custody
The autumn air turned crisp as Julian walked up the granite steps of the Manhattan Family Court building.
He was accompanied by his legal counsel, ready to secure absolute, unchallengeable sole custody of Leo.
The judge’s chambers were quiet, save for the hum of the air conditioning unit overhead.
Victoria’s court-appointed defense attorney offered a weak plea for leniency based on psychological stress.
Judge Miller interrupted him midway through the opening sentence with a stern, authoritative wave of her hand.
“Counsel, we are discussing the systematic abuse and financial exploitation of a vulnerable minor,” Judge Miller stated.
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“There is no justification, mitigating circumstance, or legal argument that alters the horrific facts of this case.”
She picked up her heavy wooden gavel, bringing it down with a sharp, echoing crack against the desk.
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