RELOCATION OF A RESIDENCE OF A CHILD
In most cases, if a residential parent wishes to relocate with the child(ren) further away in distance from the other parent, and the relocation will result in the child(ren) changing school districts, the party wishing to relocate must provide the other parent with reasonable notice (60 days) prior to the relocation. The statute requires the relocating parent to prove, by a preponderance of the evidence, that the relocation is for a legitimate purpose, the proposed relocation is reasonable in light of that purposeFONT size=2 editor_id="mce_editor_0">, and that the move is in the best interests of the child. In determining whether the relocation is appropriate, the court will consider the following factors;
- Each parent's reason for seeking or opposing the relocation
- The quality of the relationship between the child and each parent
- What kind of contact the non-relocating parent will be able to maintain with the children
- The impact the relocation will have on the non-relocating parent and child
- Whether or not the relocation will enhance the child's life educationally, economically, and emotionally.
- Whether or not it is feasible to preserve the non-relocating parent's relationship with the child through visitation arrangements.
Whether you are a parent seeking to relocate with your child or if have received notice that your child's residential parent is planning on relocating, our office can help you determine your legal options and we will work with you in the best interest of your child(ren).
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