After a divorce, the parties may coordinate to co-parent their children, even if they live primarily with one of the parents. Parenting schedules can take many forms, depending on the parties’ circumstances. In some cases, there may be shared parenting where both parties play a significant role in the children’s lives. This arrangement can make… Continue reading Existing Shared Parenting Can Limit Relocation Opportunities
Category: Mobility
Relocation Considerations for Special Needs Children
After separation, parties with children will need to make new arrangements for parenting time and parental responsibilities, including who will make decisions on behalf of the child if disputes arise. It can be especially challenging when a parent plans to move away, including situations where the primary parent seeks to move away with the child.… Continue reading Relocation Considerations for Special Needs Children
Court Overturns Arbitrator’s Decision to Deny Relocation of Child
Relocation (or “mobility”) can be a difficult decision with significant impacts on the child and the parties involved. A relocation decision requires a careful and thorough analysis of the child’s best interests. Relocation can often be a contentious issue, so parties may be involved in an arbitration or court application to address the matter. While… Continue reading Court Overturns Arbitrator’s Decision to Deny Relocation of Child
Requirements for Moving With Your Child After Divorce
There may be various reasons that you want to move with your child after separation: for new job opportunities, to move in with a new partner, to be closer to family, and more. After a divorce, however, it is important to address relocation issues correctly, as various legal requirements must be met, and it is… Continue reading Requirements for Moving With Your Child After Divorce
The Importance of Notice Before Relocating with a Child
Parents who share parenting time with their children post-divorce or separation have a duty to involve one another before deciding to relocate to a new location, whether they plan to move with the children or not. In 2020, the federal Divorce Act was amended to set out specific procedures for parents to follow in the… Continue reading The Importance of Notice Before Relocating with a Child
The Effect of Family Violence in Parenting Disputes
When determining family law disputes involving children, courts must always put the child’s best interests first. One of the key changes made to the Divorce Act in 2021 was the amended criteria for courts to consider in the analysis of a child’s best interests – including any family violence concerns and their impact on a… Continue reading The Effect of Family Violence in Parenting Disputes