J.L.S. v. D.K.S.

Except for an award of joint legal custody the trial court entered a remarkable decree in a difficult and unique case. It ruled without the benefit of factual precedent on the only source of dispute, father is a gender dysphoric. Mother did not allege or offer evidence to support a finding D.K.S. was not a loving father in all respects, at all times, except for his condition. She alleged his “adopted ... lifestyle [would be] extremely harmful to the children.” For that reason alone she would have the court deny the children any contact with their father, even visitation.

The trial court…