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After a divorce or custody order, parents sometimes need to move for work, family support, or new opportunities. When a parent wants to move with a child, it may raise concerns about how the move will affect parenting time and the child’s relationship with both parents. In Tennessee, the law sets out specific rules when a parent with primary custody plans to relocate.

When the Law Requires Notice

If a parent plans to move more than fifty miles from the other parent or across state lines, and a parenting plan is already in place, written notice must be provided. This notice must be given at least sixty days before the planned move and should include the proposed new address, reason for the relocation, and a new suggested schedule for parenting time.

The other parent has the right to file an objection. If an agreement cannot be reached, the matter goes before a judge who will decide whether the move can happen with the child.

What the Court Will Consider

The court looks at several factors, including the reason for the move, the child’s current relationship with each parent, and whether the move will improve the child’s quality of life. Other considerations include how the relocation will affect school, community ties, and access to each parent.

Judges often focus on whether the move will create more stability and opportunity for the child or if it will disrupt meaningful contact with the non-moving parent.

Preparing for a Possible Relocation

If you are thinking about moving with your child or want to prevent a move you believe is not in your child’s best interest, it is important to act early. Legal guidance can help you follow proper procedures and avoid mistakes that could affect your parenting rights.

Contact Elizabeth Yarbrough

If you are facing a relocation issue involving your child, contact Elizabeth Yarbrough at 901-264-9680 today to schedule your consultation and talk about your next steps.

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