Relocations Lawyer in Phoenix

Phoenix Divorce Attorney

If following a divorce the custodial parent desires to move the children to a new home, whether it is in the same town, in another state or country they must inform both their ex-spouse and the court before such a move will be allowed.  They must present their reasons for the relocation to the court and the other parent and request modifications to the child support and custody agreements that would permit such a change. 

Unless the two parents can discuss the move and reach an acceptable agreement on their own to present the court, such relocation requests can create complex problems that should best be handled by a seasoned child custody lawyer.  If you wish to relocate your family or have been notified of such a request and wish to dispute it, you should speak to a Phoenix divorce attorney at The Wallin Law Group.  We can review the situation with you and advise you on the legal options available.

Whatever the reasons are for the relocation such as a job transfer, health issues or better schools, such a move invariably disrupts the non-custodial parent's visitation and custodial rights.  The court will be very hesitant to grant any such move without significant evidence that it will be in the best interests of the child.  We understand how a judge evaluates relocation plans and we can advise you on how to best present your case. 

Relocation and Child Custody 

Unless there is a provision in the original parenting plan that permits such a move, if both parents share custody and parenting time, a notice of planned relocation must be sent to the non-custodial parent at least 60 days prior to the move.  If they object, they should file a formal request for a hearing to prevent the move within 30 days.  We understand the emotions and distress such disputes can provoke.  Our lawyers are dedicated to helping you address such complex relocation and custody problems and help you find the best way of resolving them.  Whatever one parent's reasons for or objections to relocation may be, the goal of the court will always be to clearly establish whether or not the move is in truly in the best interest of the child.