Modifications

Alimony, Child Custody and Child Support Modifications


In the years following a divorce, many things can change:


  • An ex-spouse remarries
  • A child graduates high school
  • Either parent loses his or her job, or has a substantial change in income

In these circumstances and others, a modification of child support, child custody or spousal support may be necessary. Life circumstances change, and the decrees of child support, child custody and alimony can - and should - be changed to reflect current needs and abilities.


Modification Services


  • Child support modification - Child support may be modified, up or down, whenever there is a substantial change in income or financial circumstances of either party, or the needs of the child(ren).
  • Child custody modification - Several conditions can constitute a change in child custody arrangements: When one parent relocates, if a parent has a drug or alcohol problem, if a parent's new relationship changes circumstances (for example, he or she remarries and new spouse becomes step-parent or secondary caregiver) and more.
  • Spousal maintenance modification - Alimony modification can occur if a substantial change in circumstances warrants a modification of support. However, only the amount of periodic support can be modified, not the length of time that it is paid.

We look closely at each case to determine if a substantial change in circumstances warrants a modification of support. Either party may also choose to have a jury trial and appeal on any action for modification.