If my husband and I have 2 small children and have filed for divorce, am I required to remain in the same city once the divorce is final?
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If my husband and I have 2 small children and have filed for divorce, am I required to remain in the same city once the divorce is final?
We agree that I will take custody of the kids.
Asked on December 5, 2012 under Family Law, Tennessee
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
The state of Tennessee has a relocation statute that spells out what you need to do in the event that you wish to relocate after the divorce and custody are finalized. I will give you a link to it below. But a good custody agreement will address the issue of moving and relocating and generally allows same within a certain distance (i.e., within a 50 mile radius). Make sure that the details of exchanging the kids for visitation are addressed as well in that situation. Good luck.
http://www.lrcvaw.org/laws/tnrelocation.pdf
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