agreed upon modification of primary custody

[Sentra]

I have a 16 yr old daughter. I live in another state, but her dad and I were divorced in Tampa, Florida back in 1995. We have a joint custody agreement filed with the court where he has primary and I have secondary. Now, we have jointly agreed that she should come live with me. Do we really need to file with the court a change since it is agreed upon by both parties or can we do a notarized statement from him that he as chosen to change over primary custody to me?

[Attorney Howard Iken]

You do not have to file anything with the court. But I strongly suggest you do. There is a potential for later disputes over child support. I frequently see this type of situation blow up.

Attorney Howard Iken
Divorce Attorney