Parental Relocation and Time Sharing Issues in Florida
As life changes occur, it may be necessary for parents to relocate to another state or another part of our state with their children. Florida law defines "change of residence address" as the relocation of a child to a home more than 50 miles from his or her home at the time the last custody order was entered (unless the move places that home less then 50 miles from either parent). It is important under the law, however, for both parents to maintain relationships with their children. These two needs can sometimes be at odds and it takes an experienced attorney to understand the law and help meet the best interests of the children in cases of child relocation.
At the Law Offices of Gale H. Moore, P.A., we represent parents in cases of relocation and the modification of child support and custody arrangements in Florida. Family lawyer Gale Moore has more than a decade of experience in family law and has a thorough understanding of the requirements that parents must meet when attempting to relocate with their children. We can also help parents who disagree with relocation to oppose the relocation in court.
Requirements for Parental Relocation
Florida law sets forth the procedures that parents must meet when attempting to relocate with their children. The procedure includes filing a notice of intent to relocate, serving the other parent and proposing a plan to accommodate the other parent and the right to visitation and shared parenting time. After service of this notice, the other parent will have 30 days to file an objection or respond to the proposed relocation.
Of course, it must be proven that the relocation is in the best interests of the children. The age of the children, the pre-existing relationships with non-custodial parents, the reasons for the relocation and the costs of visitation are all some of the factors considered by the court when approving or denying relocation notices. Relocation could also affect child support payments and other aspects of the existing orders.
Help That You Need for Your Relocation
If you are planning to file a relocation notice, or if you have already filed and have received an objection, you should hire a lawyer to make sure that the procedure is completed correctly and that your rights are protected throughout the process.
Contact us at the Law Offices of Gale H. Moore, P.A., in Largo, to learn more information about parental relocation and its requirements in the state of Florida. Call us to schedule an initial consultation at 727-475-4284 or toll free at 888-463-5651.
