Greenwich Parental Relocation Lawyer
After a divorce between parents, one parent (for example, the mother) usually has primary custody while the other parent (for example, the father) has visitation on a regular basis. This parent may be called the non-custodial parent.
Is It in the Child's Best Interests?
Do you, the custodial parent, feel compelled to move — and take your child with you if possible — for reasons such as the following? Talk to a Greenwich parental relocation attorney about the best way to present a compelling argument in support of relocation of yourself and your child.
- You are being transferred for your job — or have a job offer out of the area that you wish to accept.
- You want or need to be near your own parents or other extended family — perhaps to care for them as they age, or to set the stage for closer ties between your child and your family member(s).
- For financial reasons, you find it desirable or necessary to move to a less expensive area. Perhaps your home is under threat of foreclosure, or property taxes where you live have risen excessively.
- You or your child may need education, medical treatment or coaching in a special field (such as ice skating).
Obtaining a post-judgment modification of a child custody order can be costly and time-consuming. The burden is upon you to demonstrate to the court that relocation is in your child's best interests. I am well prepared to guide you through this process as smoothly as it can be done.
Or do you, the non-custodial parent, wish to contest a proposed relocation of your child by your former wife or husband? You may wish to ask for custody of your young child. As an experienced Greenwich parental relocation attorney, I can advocate on your behalf in pursuit of what you believe to be in your children's best interests.
Perhaps the two of you can agree on a new parenting plan that will make the move feasible. For example, the non-custodial parent may have the child for much longer time periods during summer vacation and/or winter break.
Whether you agree or face a difficult dispute over the proposed child relocation, you are strongly encouraged to discuss your situation with an experienced and knowledgeable family law attorney. With my more than 30 years of experience handling Connecticut divorce and child custody, I am confident in my ability as a Greenwich parental relocation attorney to assist you, the custodial or non-custodial parent, to find a reasonable solution to this practical and legal family law problem.
Contact a Connecticut Parental Move-Aways Lawyer
Contact the Law Offices of Douglas J. Wells to schedule a consultation. Let's talk about ways that you can limit the costs of pursuing a reasonable, workable relocation agreement or court order — and ramifications of child support.
