Family Law Attorneys - Assisting With Re-locations After Divorce

Many times, a parent either remarries or finds a new job that requires moving to a different state. This decision can run into difficulty when the relocation involves their children. If the other parent does not consent to the move, the court becomes involved to help settle the dispute.

At the Law Office of Glaros & Associates, our family law attorneys can assist parents who wish to relocate. Additionally, we can represent parents who are trying to prevent this type of relocation when if affects their children. To see if we can assist you, call a lawyer at our Oldsmar/Tampa or Trinity offices toll-free at 888-832-1751.

Florida Law Concerning Relocation

Florida Statute 61.13001 governs the relocation of children. Its most important provisions include:

* A parent with primary residential custody must obtain the consent of the secondary parent if a move of more than 50 miles would affect the secondary parent's ability to carry out court-ordered parenting time.

* If consent cannot be obtained, the parent seeking to relocate must complete the "Notice of Intent to Relocate" and other forms.

* If the other parent objects to the relocation, the court will decide by answering the following questions:
* Is the move in the best interests of the child?
* Would the move improve the child's quality of life?
* Have existing visitation rights been used by the other parent?
* Will the parent seeking to relocate be likely to abide by new visitation arrangements if ordered?
* Will new time sharing arrangements be likely to support an ongoing, meaningful relationship with the secondary parent?
* Can the parents afford additional transportation costs required to comply with any new visitation arrangements?

How Glaros & Associates Family Law Attorneys Can Help With Relocations

The attorneys at Glaros & Associates can help you prepare the necessary legal relocation documents. We will also work with you to develop either visitation proposals or counter-proposals. If a court hearing becomes necessary, we will accompany you. Additionally, we can consult with experts including child psychologists, to determine if the relocation is in the child's best interests. After the proposed arrangements have been in place for an agreed-upon time, we can request a temporary order that will be revisited at a later date.

Glaros & Associates - Advocating for Parents While Protecting Their Children

In relocations, as in all situations, our goal is to protect the children involved while representing our clients. Call our Family Law Attorneys toll-free at 888-832-1751 to schedule a free 30-minute consultation so we can discuss your particular situation.   By calling the Law Office of Glaros & Associates, you can talk to a Tampa divorce lawyer today.