Going your separate ways after divorce can literally mean that one party relocates to another town, another state or even outside of the United States. When children are involved, this can lead to a showdown over custody and visitation.
The family law attorneys of Trabolsi & Levy have extensive experience in relocation disputes, at the time of separation or long after a divorce. We represent parents in Santa Monica and greater Los Angeles who are petitioning to relocate with the children, as well as parents who object to the proposed move. We are prepared to fight for clients in contested proceedings although our goal is an out-of-court meeting of the minds.
Santa Monica Parental Relocation Attorneys
The parent who wants to relocate must demonstrate a legitimate reason, such as a new job, family support or remarriage, and the move must be in the best interests of the child. A parent who opposes the move likewise has a burden to show a detriment to the child or intent to cut the non-custodial parent out of the picture.
Relocation law and litigation is very complex. Parental relocation defies easy solutions, but it does not have to be an expensive and bitter courtroom battle. We help clients understand their rights and how a judge would most likely rule. We help clients understand the impact on their child and the child's relationship with the other parent. We can help negotiate a workable solution for a difficult situation.
We have handled relocations within Los Angeles and to other parts of California, as well as the more complicated scenarios of interstate or international relocation. A move-away typically requires modification of the original custody order. The new parenting plan commonly addresses:
- Increased visitation in the summer
- Holidays and vacations
- Shared costs of travel
- Exchanges (pick-up/drop-off)
- Communication between visits
- Joint parenting decisions
Los Angeles Child Relocation Attorneys
Through negotiation or mediation, we help parents put the needs of their children first and work out the compromises necessary to avoid litigation. When the other parent won't see reason or has impure motives for seeking or challenging a move, we will vigorously assert your arguments and your child's bests interests in family court.
Call our firm at 310-584-7714 or toll free at 888-871-6245 or contact Trabolsi & Levy online to arrange a confidential consultation with one of our knowledgeable lawyers.
