Legal Question in Family Law in New York

Re: Relocation after divorce

You need to provide more information to get a real answer. If the divorce is pending, it depends on what temporary orders may have been entered; if judgment has been entered, it depends on what the judgment says. In any event, if she relocates anywhere that seriously interferes with the father's time with the children, then she may be violating an order of the court. She needs to consult with an attorney before doing anything.

Re: Relocation after divorce

Unless there is a court order/judgment/stipulation ordering her to remain w/i 30 miles, she can move. There is no "law" that requires her to stay. However, he could then petition for the children (her)to be returned. She then gets to tell the Judge why it's in the children's best interest to move.

Since her own atty says she can not move, there must be something written. She should ask for a copy.

Re: Relocation after divorce

Sounds like this is probably a provision in the divorce agreement, couldn't say for sure without reviewing.

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