There are many reasons why you may need to move to another state after a divorce. You may have a new job or just want to move closer to relatives. If you have children, your child custody agreement could complicate your moving plans.
What are your rights if you want to move away with your children, or are concerned that your ex-spouse or partner will move away with your children? The laws pertaining to these situations are complicated and subject to frequent changes. California’s state courts recommend that you consult with a family law attorney if you find yourself in a family move-away situation.
Torrence B. Howell is a family law lawyer in Upland CA who has helped many clients in child custody move-away cases. One of the most difficult issues to handle when a couple separates is what happens to the children. Torrence is here to help you and your ex come to an amicable child custody agreement; if this fails, he is more than able to protect your rights and interests in court.
Cases Where a Parent Has Sole Physical Custody
In most instances, when a parent has a permanent order of sole physical custody or primary physical custody, they can move with the children if they wish. In order to prevent this, the other parent must show that the move would harm the children. Things aren’t so cut and dry if the parent only has a temporary order for primary physical custody. Since every case is different, the advice of an experienced family law attorney would be useful.
Situations Involving Joint Custody
What about situations involving joint custody? What happens when one parent wants to move with the children and the other doesn’t want this to happen? In California, the courts make decisions for child custody based on what is in the best interests of the child. So, in situations involving joint custody, the parent who wants to move must show that the move is in the best interest of the children. Talk to a family law lawyer before you make any agreements with an ex.
Speak to a Family Law Lawyer in Upland CA About Changes in Your Child Custody
Upland CA family law lawyer Torrence L. Howell can represent your interests if changes need to be made in any court-ordered child custody agreement. With over two decades of family and business law experience, Torrence L. Howell possesses the legal skills and expertise to handle any legal issues related to child relocation and visitation rights.
Torrence is always interested in what’s best for the children. Whenever possible, he’ll work to help you reach a fair custody and visitation agreement outside of court; however, if this doesn’t work he’s more than willing to take your dispute to court to protect your rights and the best interests of your children.
Torrence L. Howell serves clients in Upland CA and surrounding
communities, including Ontario, Claremont, Pomona, Chino, and Rancho Cucamonga. Contact us through our website, or call us at (909) 920-0908 to schedule a free case evaluation with a leading family law lawyer in Upland, CA.
