Can One Parent Relocate With Their Children After A Divorce?

We live in a mobile society, however, a child’s right to maintain meaningful relationships with each parent is well established in the law and safeguarded when one parent seeks to relocate and it materially affects a child’s right to share time with the other parent. Our attorneys are well versed in Florida’s relocation laws. The attorneys can also advise parents who may live separately from another parent which court has proper authority to address interstate or international parenting matters. 

Factors Florida Courts Consider During Relocation Requests

When deciding in favor of or against a parental relocation, Florida courts take 20 parenting factors into consideration. These factors examine the nature, quality and extent of involvement of the children with the nonrelocating parent.

They also consider:

  • The age of the children
  • Whether the other parent is in favor of the relocation or not
  • Employment and economic circumstances of each parent

Most importantly, courts will decide for or against relocation based on what is in the best interests of the children.

Our attorneys bring more than 75 years of combined experience to your case. We are prepared to assist you with the most complex relocation matters. Whenever possible, we will work to resolve disputes using alternative dispute resolution methods, including mediation. If a fair settlement is not possible, you can feel confident that our seasoned trial lawyers will fight for you in the courtroom.

Attorneys Dedicated To Advocating For Your Interests

For interstate custody, parental relocation and other divorce-related matters, contact our office to schedule an initial consultation with one of our attorneys. Call (239) 332-3400 or use the contact form on our website.

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