Relocation – Child Custody – Parenting Time – Visitation

Relocation raises significant child custody and visitation (or parenting time) issues, especially if the relocation is out of state. If one parent is contemplating moving out of state, both parents should consider consulting with a family law attorney.

Relocation issues include physical custody of the child (or children), visitation, and child support. As with child custody, relocation issues are best worked out between the parents, who are in the best position to determine what is in the best interest of their child and themselves. However, if the parents cannot agree, the courts will make that determination.

After examining what is in the best interest of all the parties, especially the child, the court may change physical custody, awarding physical custody to the parent who is not relocating; modify visitation; and modify child support obligations between the mother and father.

Experienced Phoenix Relocation Family Law Attorney

Family law attorney John Gaertner has extensive experience handling relocation issues on behalf of custodial parents wanting to relocate, and parents remaining in state. We attempt to resolve conflict in a professional manner, working to arrive at a solution to everyone’s satisfaction. However, if a satisfactory resolution cannot be reached, we are prepared to aggressively protect your rights in court.

If you have a relocation issue, or are contemplating a relocation in the future, please contact Phoenix relocation family law attorney, John Gaertner. We offer in-office consultation.