Many changes can take place in the years following a divorce. When circumstances involving your job or health have changed, court orders may need to be adjusted to account for those changes. If you have lost your job, are working at a lower wage, or have suffered an accident resulting in serious injury, it may be time to address outdated court orders. Another thing to consider is that the needs of your children might be different after a certain number of years. If you believe that court orders are no longer effective, an experienced modification lawyer can help.
Phoenix Custody Modification Lawyer
At the Law Office of Ronald L. Kossack, we assist residents of Tempe, Arizona, and surrounding areas with all aspects of family law including divorce, child custody, child support and modifications. We can assist you with the process of petitioning the court for a modification of a family court order and help you to prove that changes that have taken place warrant the modification. To speak with an attorney contact us online or by calling 623-428-1943.
Different court orders that we will work to change include:
- Child custody — Changes to a child's physical and emotional health may require a modification. Changes in the parents' lives can also warrant a modification including remarriage, relocation, substance abuse or job change.
- Child support — Changes in income, day care requirements, parenting time, visitation changes or special needs can sometimes warrant a modification.
- Spousal maintenance awards — A change in income or health could warrant a modification.
Contact an Arizona Family Law Attorney Today
When child custody or child support modifications are petitioned, the court will always take the best interests of the child into account. In any case, a petition will need to be supported by substantial evidence showing that a change has occurred that warrants a modification of orders. To speak with a Tempe support modification lawyer about your legal matter, contact us online or by calling 623-428-1943. We offer a free initial consultation as an opportunity to discuss your matter and how we can help.