Joint custody means that both parents remain involved in the decision making in their child’s life. Moving a child out of the area of the other parent may complicate or limit their ability to remain involved in a child’s life. If the other party will not permit you to move with the child then you should start a court Application or bring a motion to allow you to move.
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Russell Alexander
Russell Alexander is the Founder & Senior Partner of Russell Alexander Collaborative Family Lawyers.