Making a Difference in Child Relocation Cases
Whether you are considering relocation or would like to prevent a former spouse from moving away with your child — talk to an experienced family law attorney about your rights and the legal issues involved with post-divorce relocation as soon as possible.
At the Law Offices of Kelly G Lambert III, P.C., we represent mothers and fathers in child relocation cases. With more than 20 years of experience, we can help you to achieve timely, positive and affordable solutions to this type of family law problem as well.
When you need a lawyer to protect your rights in family court, call on the experienced and dedicated professionals you'll find at our law firm. For a free consultation, call or contact our law offices today.
The Best Interest of the Child Standard
Generally, in order to move more than 100 miles within the state of Michigan or anywhere outside its borders, a custodial parent must obtain the permission of a family court judge or the prior written consent of the other parent. To do that, the parent who wants to move must demonstrate that the proposed relocation meets the five test factors utilized in Michigan.
Some of the facts considered by courts to assist in ruling on relocation cases include better jobs, lower crime rates, health conditions and more affordable housing. However, even when those reasons exist, any move that might jeopardize the relationship the children have with their non-custodial parent stands a good chance of being rejected — unless the non-custodial parent hasn't been visiting or supporting the children.
We often help position clients to move out of state months prior to actually filing their petition. Whichever side of the issue you're on, we can explain your rights and how the five part test might apply to your case.
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For answers to your questions about Michigan's child relocation laws, the experienced legal help we offer or the affordable solutions we can provide — call either of the two phone numbers listed above or contact us online to schedule a free consultation.
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