Typically, a relocation case is where one parent needs to move out of state. The moving parent may want to bring the children with them or may need a change to the parenting time plan. These are always hard cases. Most families experience moves like this, but when the move pulls a parent away from a child there’s just no simple solution.
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The law on relocation cases varies from state to state and can be confusing and convoluted. It’s best to have experienced counsel on these difficult cases. In most states, a court considers factors such as these when making hard choices about relocation:
The decision to move can be excruciating for parents. Careers, education, and health needs can all push parents into a choice where there is no good option. Does a parent stay near their child and his or her community, or uproot the family for what could be a better life in a different city? Or worse, leave the children behind and have a much-reduced parenting time schedule?
These are deeply personal choices and should be carefully considered. Consequences and change are inevitable, but the goal is to figure out a workable solution for an improvement in the lives of the children.
Depending on the individual’s situation, there may be factors that would benefit moving their child with them to a new town, city, or state.
Parents may consider relocation if:
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