North Carolina Child Custody Lawyer
Relocation can be a highly contested issue for parents after divorce. In North Carolina, courts can't keep a custodial parent from moving out of the state after divorce. However, courts can stop the parent from removing a child from the state.
At Kennedy Law Associates in Charlotte, North Carolina, our attorneys are here to represent you in a disputed child relocation after divorce. We represent custodial parents who want to move, as well as noncustodial parents who are opposed to the move-away.
When Can a Custodial Parent Relocate With a Child in North Carolina?
The custodial parent has the burden of proving to the court that the relocation is in the best interest of the child. Every case is fact specific. The following are examples of the factors the court will consider:
- The reasons the custodial parent is seeking the move
- The advantages of the new location for the child
- The sincerity of the noncustodial parent in opposing the move
- The likelihood a realistic visitation schedule can be arranged for the noncustodial parent
- The likelihood the custodial parent will comply with those visitation orders
Examples of reasons why the court may approve a move include:
- The move is needed for employment or to be closer to a family support system.
- The move offers improved educational opportunities for the child.
- The ex-spouse is harassing the custodial parent.
For More Information About Child Relocation
For more information, or to schedule a consultation with our Charlotte child relocation lawyers, call 704-512-0619 or complete our contact form.
