Post-Divorce Relocation of Children in Virginia

Virginia custody and divorce lawyers increasingly must handle difficult matters of child relocation. After a divorce, parents who have primary custody of their children frequently wish to move for a new job opportunity or to be with extended family, and want to bring their children with them. However, the parent without primary custody often objects, insisting that relocation will make it difficult to maintain a relationship with their children.

Many factors are considered in relocation issues, making it vital for people dealing with child relocation to retain an experienced attorney who can convince the court of the validity of their wishes. Whether you are the custodial or non-custodial parent, any changes in your location must be communicated to the court to ensure that you comply with the terms of your divorce agreement. Any attempt to relocate children that is not court-approved through a post-divorce modification could expose you to legal liability and other complications.

The attorneys of Vienna, Virginia-based The Maddox Law Firm, P.C. have spent many years concentrating on family law cases of all kinds, including relocation issues both domestically and abroad. If you have questions about child relocation and what your rights and obligations are as the custodial or non-custodial parent, contact child custody lawyers at The Maddox Law Firm, P.C. today.

Child Relocation and Virginia Law

In Virginia, there are no statutes that specifically address the issues of child relocation rights. Courts base their decisions on the guidelines for making modifications to child custody and visitation arrangements, concentrating on what is in the best interests of the children.

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