Legal Question in Family Law in Massachusetts

international custody agreement

If a temporary custody agreement is made in MA. prior to a divorce completion and one of the parties moves overseas with the child (legally with consent of the other parent) will the custody agreement be valid overseas. Is it invalidated after 6 months of residency overseas?


Asked on 5/31/07, 6:19 pm

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henry lebensbaum Law Offices of Henry Lebensbaum (978-749-3606)

: international custody agreement

A court order typically stands until either the case ends, or it ends.

If you have any questions, let me know.

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Answered on 5/31/07, 6:39 pm
Gregory Lee Gregory P. Lee, Attorney at Law

Re: international custody agreement

International treaties govern the credit given to a court custody order. The Hague Convention is honored by a large number of countries, but not all. You need to supply more specific information. I would be happy to consult.

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Answered on 5/31/07, 7:39 pm


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