Domicile/Residency Changes

Lansing Child Custody and Relocation Lawyers

Like many families around the country, Michigan families are now more mobile than ever. Relocations for better employment or due to remarriage have become commonplace. However, a custodial parent may not move children more than 100 miles within the state or relocate out of state without first receiving permission from the court. Any failure to do so can result in serious consequences, including a negative impact on existing child custody and parenting plans. When considering any relocation, a parent should strongly contemplate retaining the services of a skilled and knowledgeable attorney.

For experienced legal assistance with relocations and domicile changes, trust your concerns to the lawyers at Bailey Smith & Bailey, PC. We offer clients throughout Central Michigan over 60 years of combined experience in sensitive family law matters. Contact us to discuss your move-away / relocation issues with a dedicated custody and residency changes attorney.

Child custody affecting your relocation options

The best interests of the child drive court decisions regarding requests for changes in residency. In general, a custodial parent cannot move more than 100 miles away from the non-custodial spouse or out of state without first obtaining court permission.

If the move will jeopardize the relationship of either parent with the child, the court is likely to deny the relocation. When seeking a post-judgment modification involving changes to the child's living arrangements, our firm will take the time to explain and address all of the important issues, including:

Whether you should file for a change of custody or simply modify your existing parenting time depends on the specifics of the divorce agreement and your individual relocation needs. Don't put your rights and the best interests of your child at risk. Our attentive lawyers will help you understand your rights and obligations under the law.

Contact our Okemos, Michigan family law firm today

Contact a child custody lawyer at the law office of Bailey Smith & Bailey, PC. We will discuss your concerns about domicile or residency changes in a free phone consultation. Please call 517.349.2800 or 517.349.2800.