Davis v. Davis
Supreme Court of South Carolina
1Opinion of the Court
Justice BURNETT:
Charles Edward Davis (“Father”) appeals the decision of the court below awarding custody of Child to Mary Lu Davis (“Mother”). Davis v. Davis, Op. No.2001-UP-360 (Ct.App. filed July 12, 2001). We reverse.
FACTS
Father and Mother were married in December 1992. Child was bom in March 1995. During the first 26 months of *134Child’s life, Father and Mother mutually agreed Mother would remain home as Child’s primary caregiver. Father continued work outside of the home, but remained actively involved in Child’s life. Father assumed a greater caregiver role upon Mother’s returning to work…
2Cases cited5 opinions
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