Words / P / Law

paramount consideration

phrase

C2CEFR level
85/100Rarity: very rare
TechnicalRegister

The overriding factor that must take priority above all others, namely the child's welfare in family proceedings.

In deciding residence, the child's welfare is the paramount consideration for the court.

Topic: Family law in Legal English

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