Child Relocation & Moves

Disputes About Where Children Are To Live

When couples go through a divorce, there is frequently a great deal of contentiousness between the two parties. While there is often a lot of disagreement about property division, alimony and other financial matters, the most difficult battles are often fought over custodial issues. Disputes over parenting responsibilities can even continue after a divorce in the form of contention over child relocation and moves.

In all child custody-related issues in the state of Florida, it is very important to secure the services of an attorney, including in the case of child relocation and moves. Your legal representative will be familiar with all laws pertaining to your case and have knowledge about the steps necessary to give you the best opportunity to gain leverage in court.

Schedule a meeting with a Tampa divorce attorney by calling 915-568-1060.

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Child Relocation And Moves After Divorce

Moving with a child after a divorce can be a time-consuming and ultimately unfulfilled wish. A parent who would like to move more than 50 miles away from a current residence must notify an ex-spouse and obtain permission from a child’s other legal guardian. If the parent who doesn’t plan to relocate contests the relocation plans with the court, it will take a judicial order to approve a move.

There are many factors that will go into a court’s decision as to whether or not to allow relocation to go forward. Some of these include:

  • The age and developmental level of a child
  • How a move could impact a child’s health, education and emotional well-being
  • A child’s quality of life in the respective home environments provided by parents
  • Where, in select cases, a child would prefer to live
  • Whether a child is in danger of abuse or harm under the care of either parent
  • If one of a child’s parents has a history of substance abuse

Laws concerning child relocation and moves are predicated upon Florida public policy that kids benefit from spending regular, meaningful time with both of their parents. If relocation significantly endangers that arrangement, it’s likely that it will be denied by the courts. In the event that a child’s relocation is approved, a judge is likely to make adjustments to a parenting plan to lay out parental schedules and responsibilities.

Finding Legal Help For Complex Family Law

Given that Florida laws regarding divorce and children are complicated and have far-reaching implications for your parental rights, it’s important to secure the services of a lawyer. Whether you would like to initiate a child relocation and move or contest such an action on the part of an ex-spouse, an attorney can provide guidance.

Many good parents without an attorney y see their parental responsibilities curtailed when a former husband or wife is well represented in family law cases. Make sure that you are not among those who regret not securing legal representation in cases involving children.

To learn more about child relocation and moves as these issues relate to your divorce agreement, call 915-568-1060 or email our office to schedule a meeting with a Tampa divorce attorney.