What You Need to Know About Requesting a Move-Away in Family Court

October 1, 2025 | By Amiel Wade
What You Need to Know About Requesting a Move-Away in Family Court [SEE VIDEO FOR DETAILS]                           If you’re considering moving away with your child after a divorce or custody order, it’s important to know that California courts take these requests very seriously. Judges weigh many factors before deciding whether a move is in the child’s best interest. We’ve put together a short 2-minute video explaining what you need to know before filing a move away request, including: • How the court evaluates these requests • Key factors judges consider • What you can do to prepare your case At Wade Litigation, we guide parents through complex family law issues like relocation and custody modifications. If you have questions about your specific situation, reach out. We’re here to help.
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Amiel Wade

Founder and Managing Partner

Amiel is the firm’s Founder, President and Managing Partner. He specializes in civil litigation, conducting jury trials in complex cases and in helping individuals and businesses in every phase of their development. He has been practicing law for over twenty-five years. He also has served as both a judge pro tem and an arbitrator for the Santa Clara County Superior Court, and has guest lectured at Stanford University.

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