Pennsylvania Custody Relocation Attorneys
Under Pennsylvania child custody law, a parent who wishes to move with a child subject to a custody order must apply to the court for permission. This law applies whether the parent has sole or shared custody and whether he or she wants to move within or out of the state.
At Purcell, Krug & Haller, our Harrisburg parental relocation lawyers can assist you with parental relocation requests. With our experience in divorce law, child custody and custody modifications, we are able to help families reach a new custody agreement. For a free consultation, please call 717-260-3485 or contact us online.
Considerations of Parental Relocation
A request for parental relocation is essentially a request for custody modification. If one parent moves away, the custody and visitation agreement or order will most likely require some changes.
A family law judge must consider what is in the best interest of the child when deciding on parental relocation requests. The judge will consider many aspects of the child's life and each parent's position, including:
- The reason one parent wishes to move
- Objections the other parent has to the move
- The relationship of the child with each parent
- How the child's quality of life will be affected by the relocation
- Whether the other parent will still be able to participate in the child's life
There will also be a relocation hearing (Gruber hearing) at which each parent may argue his or her side of the case. We can represent you at the relocation hearing and help you prepare a strong argument.
Call a Harrisburg Parental Relocation Lawyer
Our experienced attorneys can help you with parental relocation, whether you are the parent requesting it or disputing it. Please call us at 717-260-3485 today.
