New York Parental Relocation Lawyer serving the Boroughs and Long Island

Whether you are a parent who wishes to move and take your child with you or your child's mother or father is planning on moving and taking your child, it is a complicated legal matter. You need the experienced parental relocation lawyers at The Kepanis Law Firm to guide you through the legal obstacle course to ensure your rights and those of your children are protected.

According to New York law, the right of a custodial parent to relocate is determined upon a "best interest of the child". A custodial parent's desire to relocate may conflict with the non-custodial parent's desire to participate in visitation opportunities and can become a complex legal issue. In New York, family court judges decide these types of situations on a case-by-case basis. In these cases, modification of the custody arrangement is required and the court must examine how the arrangement would relate to the child's best interests.

The usual reasons for relocation are economic improvement, remarriage or a desire for a "fresh start". As the court considers a particular case, they may consider:

• An improvement in the quality of life as a result of relocation.
• The child's relationship with the custodial and non-custodial parent.
• A reasonable visitation schedule for the non-custodial parent
• The negative impact of moving away from family and friends.

Depending on your particular situation, you need an experienced parental relocation law team that you can count on through either appellate or trials proceedings. The Kepanis Law Firm has successfully helped families relocate and argued for a change of custody when one parent has sought to relocate. Our intimate and expert knowledge of every aspect of this complex and ever-changing legal issue means that we can help you relocate or prevent relocation.

For an experienced parental relocation lawyer to advise you on matters involving child custody and visitation, contact the Kepanis Law Firm today.