Legal Question in Family Law in Virginia

My son's father lives in Pa and I live in VA, I have sole legal custody on the child and he has visitaion. My husband wants us to move to Fl. to be closer to his mother who's mind is fading. Can I move with my son? What rights do I have in this matter?


Asked on 1/08/13, 9:13 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Paul B. Ward Law Offices of Paul B. Ward

You will need to give the father 30 days written notice of the intended move, during which time he can petition the Court for a change in custody if he believes the move would not be in the best interest of the child. I you and the father cannot work it out by agreement, you would have to convince a judge that the move is in the best interest of the child, a likely probability.

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Answered on 1/09/13, 4:52 am


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