Child Relocation Lawyer Las Vegas

Move-Away Advocacy

Relocation cases — also called “move-away” cases — are some of the most complex and emotionally challenging matters in Nevada family law. Whether you’re requesting permission to move with your child or opposing a relocation, Mabel Law Group provides clear guidance, realistic expectations, and strong advocacy from the start.

These decisions can significantly impact a child’s routine, relationships, and long-term stability. We help parents navigate the legal standards, file the correct motions, and prepare evidence that clearly supports their position.

How Nevada Courts Handle Relocation Requests

Nevada law does not automatically allow or deny relocation. Instead, the court evaluates the best interests of the child and whether the move is reasonable, beneficial, and workable.

While specific statutes apply depending on custody status, Clark County judges typically look at the following core factors when deciding move-away cases:

Key Factors Courts Consider

• Reason for the move
  (employment, family support, safety, educational opportunities)
• Impact on the child’s relationship with both parents
• Ability to maintain meaningful parent-child contact
  (including realistic travel arrangements and schedules)
• The child’s stability
  (housing, school, medical needs, support systems)
• Whether the move improves the child’s quality of life
  (financial stability, safer environment, childcare support)
• Each parent’s history of involvement and ability to co-parent
• Practical travel feasibility
  (cost, time, distance, transportation logistics)
  
  

Before granting or denying a relocation request, the court must be convinced that the proposed move is in the child’s best interests, not solely the parent’s convenience.

If You Want to Relocate With Your Child

If you share Joint Physical Custody, you must have:

• Written consent from the other parent, or
• A court order approving the move
  
  

Relocating without permission can result in serious consequences, including contempt, sanctions, or changes to custody.

We help parents:

• Prepare relocation motions
• Create detailed parenting plans
• Present evidence related to jobs, housing, schools, safety, or family support
• Show the court how the move benefits the child

If You’re Opposing a Move

The court must consider the impact of the relocation on your relationship with your child.
We help parents:

• Contest relocation requests
  Gather evidence showing strong involvement
• Demonstrate stability, caregiving history, and local support systems
• Present workable alternative plans
• Protect their custodial rights

Our Approach to Relocation Cases

Relocation decisions deeply affect families. Samantha brings courtroom experience, strong legal analysis, and a calm, strategic approach to help parents:

• Understand the legal standards
• Prepare realistic, child-centered proposals
• Identify strengths and weaknesses in the case
• Present clear, organized evidence
• Advocate effectively in mediation or litigation
  
  

We create structured arguments and parenting plans designed to protect the child’s long-term wellbeing  and your parental rights.

If your relocation case involves custody changes:

Visit the Child Custody page for additional guidance on legal and physical custody in Nevada.

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