May I move to a new residence after the divorce?
Moving With Children After a Divorce
If a parent with primary physical placement proposes to move the child to a residence outside the state or within the state at a distance of 150 miles or more from the other parent, he or she must provide notice of the intent to the other parent by certified mail. The other party may object to the court or the family court commissioner. This objection must be done within 15 days of receiving notice. The court or family commissioner will then promptly refer the parents for mediation or other family court counseling services and may appoint a guardian ad litem to determine what will be in the best interests of the child or children.
{Attorney Note: Under current law, the parent with primary physical placement will usually be allowed to move.}
For more information regarding divorce laws in Wisconsin regarding child custody, moving with children after a divorce, or another other special circumstances involving divorce, contact our Milwaukee divorce law firm at 262-782-8322.
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