Transferring case(s) to a new state

[kaylene99]

Hi soc,

It's me again so I hope you don't mind. :)

In order to transfer or register a case (child support, visitation, divorce) from one state to another, does the petitioner need to appear in person at the original court?  Or, is this easily handled by his or her lawyer?
How is this transfer/registration usually done and will the other party be informed or given a chance to oppose or question such transfer?

Also, as far as jurisdiction goes, if all parties are now living in the new state, doesn't that mean that the old state has to relinquish jurisdiction?
By the way, hubby still works in the old state so does that mean the old state's guidelines still apply when it comes to child support modifications?   The cost of living in the new state is definitely higher than the old state.

Thank you as always!

[socrateaser]

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