Rochester, NY asked in Family Law for New York

Q: I'm hoping to move to Florida with my daughter.

I work as a travel sales agent specializing in Disney and Universal. It would be beneficial if I lived in Fl near Disney and Universal. Could I bring that up in family court as my reason to move, for my job.

The mother has every other weekend visits with my daughter. I have full custody.

To show I'm moving in good faith, I'd pay for my daughter to visit her mother one week in the summer and one week rotating holiday of Christmas and Thanksgiving.

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Howard E. Knispel
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Howard E. Knispel
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  • Commack, NY
  • Licensed in New York

A: You need to show why it is the best interest of the child to relocate, not why it is more convenient for you. You should be prepared to show what would benefit your child (schools, safety, etc).

Lawrence Allen Weinreich
Lawrence Allen Weinreich
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  • Garden City, NY
  • Licensed in New York

A: The move must enhance your child's life. Based on what you have said, Moving isn't a necessity. Have a consultation with an attorney and discuss all the facts.

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