Washington Move Away Dispute Attorney
When spouses obtain a marital dissolution, it is not uncommon for one or both spouses to move to a new location to find employment, move closer to family members or pursue a new life in a new community. When spouses have no children, the issue is moot. When spouses have minor children, however, significant challenges may arise.
While a custodial parent may have valid reasons for moving, the non-custodial parent may feel that relocation will impair his or her visitation rights. Parents wishing to move and parents wishing to oppose a relocation should immediately consult with a lawyer to determine how to best protect their rights. Washington law dictates specific legal requirements for both custodial and non-custodial parents in such situations. A failure to take appropriate legal actions could impair your parental rights.
I am Mark D. Hodgson, a Washington family law attorney committed to helping mothers and fathers who are involved in difficult legal challenges. I encourage you to contact my law office in Spokane, Washington. I represent custodial parents and non-custodial parents in parental relocation cases.
Washington Parental Relocation Laws
If you are a custodial parent seeking to relocate, you must provide notice to the non-custodial parent. The non-custodial parent must timely file an objection if he or she wishes to oppose the relocation. Washington law creates a rebuttable presumption that a relocation is in the best interests of a minor child. However, there are a number of factors that a court may consider when determining whether to restrict a custodial parent from relocating with minor children.
Protect Your Rights
If you are involved in a parental relocation dispute, protect your rights by retaining an experienced family law attorney. While Washington law creates a rebuttable presumption that favors custodial parents, there are courts that will quickly deny a relocation if key issues are not framed effectively. Likewise, any non-custodial parent who wishes to oppose a relocation will require an experienced family law attorney who is able to effectively articulate a compelling argument in opposition to a proposed relocation.
Contact a Spokane Parental Relocation Attorney
I represent clients throughout Eastern Washington. To schedule a free consultation, contact my law office at 509-315-3457 or contact me by e-mail.
