Stay in the same school district! Moving the child's school is a big step. If you move out of your child's school district, the opposing parent will argue that custody is best kept with them, so the child can retain the same friends and teachers. This can be a powerful argument, and if the custody case is otherwise a close one, this will often carry the day. You should try to find housing in the same school district if you are the parent leaving. And if you are already seperated and looking to get more custody than you already have, you might consider moving back into the child's school district before filing your petition. Of course moving can also suggest a lack of stability in your housing situation, so don't move into inadequate housing solely to move school districts. You have to balance your options. Many times a parent who leaves the family residence moves without regard to the school district. They move long distances to be with new loves, parents, or for no good reason at all. Remember that school is one of the most important aspects of your children's life. This is probably where most of their friends are. Staying in the same district signals to the court that you crafted your move with the child's best interest at heart. Of course if you move to a location with a clearly favorable school district, you might also leverage that in your custody case. Just remember, clearly better and a little better a two different things. In most instances moving schools for children who are established students is not going to help your custody case. However, if there are safety and / or fitness issues with the other parent or yourself, than those factors will probably trump the school district issues in any custody litigation. Did you know its possible to have multiple lawyers quote what they would charge to take your case? TIP #3 - Find a job / work schedule that fits the children’s routine.
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