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When parents share custody or parenting responsibilities, the decision to move away can create significant legal and emotional challenges. Whether you are considering relocating with your child, responding to a proposed move by the other parent, or facing a disagreement about parenting arrangements, understanding your legal rights is essential.
At Scurlock Family Law, we help parents in Fort Collins and throughout Larimer County navigate parental relocation and moving-away disputes. Our team provides knowledgeable, compassionate legal guidance to help you understand Colorado’s relocation laws, protect your parental rights, and work toward a solution that supports your child’s best interests.
Colorado law recognizes that parents may need to relocate for employment, family support, remarriage, or other important life circumstances. However, when a proposed move substantially changes the geographical ties between a child and the other parent, legal requirements may apply.
Under Colorado law, a parent who wants to relocate with a child when a court order regarding parental responsibilities is already in place generally must provide notice to the other parent and seek court approval when the move substantially changes the geographical ties between the child and the other parent.
If parents cannot agree, the court may need to determine whether the proposed relocation is in the child’s best interests. A judge may consider several factors, including:
At Scurlock Family Law, we assist parents with a variety of relocation-related family law matters, including:
Requesting permission to relocate. We help parents understand the legal requirements for moving with a child and prepare to present their reasons for relocation.
Opposing a proposed move. If the other parent wants to relocate with your child, we help you understand your rights and explore options for protecting your parenting relationship.
Modifying parenting time. Relocation may require substantial changes to an existing parenting plan, including holiday schedules, school breaks, transportation, and virtual communication.
Negotiating relocation agreements. We help parents explore reasonable solutions through negotiation or mediation whenever possible.
Court representation. When parents cannot reach an agreement, we provide legal representation to help present relevant information and advocate for your position.
Parental relocation disputes can involve complicated legal questions and deeply personal decisions. The outcome may affect where your child attends school, how often you see your child, and how your family maintains meaningful relationships.
Led by attorney Bronwyn Scurlock, licensed in Colorado since 2005, our firm focuses on family law matters. Our experienced team of women, including a Licensed Legal Paraprofessional (LLP), is committed to helping parents navigate difficult family transitions.
Whether you are planning a move or responding to a relocation request, you do not have to navigate the legal process alone. Getting legal guidance early can help you understand your options before important decisions are made.
If you need a parental relocation or moving-away attorney in Fort Collins, Colorado, contact Scurlock Family Law to discuss your circumstances and learn how we can help protect your parental rights and your child’s best interests.
