Dear Attorneys,
I don’t think that my child’s school has enough COVID-19 protocols in place and I want to enroll him in a different school district. My ex-wife does not agree with me. Can I just enroll him and tell her later?
Sincerely,
School Switcher
Dear Switcher,
That likely depends on the custody agreement that you have in place. If you have sole legal custody then yes, you can make that decision. However, if you and your ex-wife have joint legal custody over your child, then no, you must consult with her before changing his school district. Joint legal custody means that the two parents will confer with each other and try to reach an agreement prior to making any major decisions pertaining to the child’s general welfare, education, religion or medical matters. If the two of you cannot agree, then you may need to file a motion in court, seek mediation, or the services of a parenting coordinator, or, in some circumstances, other mechanisms may be built into the parenting plan as well.
If you have additional questions, contact Wolf & Shore Law Group. We are here to make your custody matters easier, not harder. Ever argue with a woman? Let Wolf & Shore Law Group go to work for you. Call us at 203.745.3151 or email us at info@wolfandshorelaw.com.
Very Truly Yours,
Wolf & Shore Law Group
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