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Historically, New York family courts have leaned toward awarding mothers full custody of the children. But in recent years, there has been a shift towards recognizing fathers as full custodians of their children. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, custodial fathers rose from 16 percent in 1994 to 20 percent in 2018. Today, more fathers are seeking equal parental rights and opportunities. While it can still be challenging for...