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What are the key questions to be asked by a court dealing with a plea, heavily contested by the father, for relocation of a minor due to the mother’s new relationship with a partner /spouse with connections abroad ?

By: דיאנה שאלתיאל•Published on: 02 June, 2022

A court dealing with a contested relocation plea in the above circumstances will consider these questions/ alternatives, in the light of the report presented by a suitable professional :

Should custody be transferred to the father in Israel ?

Should custody remain with the mother, but in Israel ?

Has the new partner/spouse made an attempt to live in Israel ?

Are the reasons for relocation legitimate and how do they fit in with the child’s good ?

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