Parental Relocation

One of the realities of modern society is that parents often desire to relocate. This is a particularly delicate issue when faced by divorced couples who have a Custody Order or Parenting Plan regarding their children.

How does parental relocation work?

Commonly, the distance that one parent desires to move would make the existing Order unreasonable to follow.  Oregon and Washington dictate the procedures that must be followed when a parent attempts to relocate or, conversely, attempts to prevent the other parent from relocating.

The parent who does not have the majority of residential time often seeks services to prevent the intended relocation of the other parent, or to assist in negotiating or litigating a new Parenting Plan that is reasonable under the new circumstances.

However, a parent with the most residential time with their children may need assistance in following the correct procedure to facilitate the move.

In-Depth Reading: What You Need To Know About Relocation After Divorce