Your divorce decree states your rights and responsibilities in issues such as child custody, visitation, child support and spousal support. Of course, it is not reasonable to think that the arrangements you make now will be appropriate for all time. Your divorce decree needs to reflect your life as your life changes.
Divorce Payment Modification Attorneys in San Diego
The Law Offices of Daniel J. Martin is based in San Diego and helps people across Southern California modify divorce decrees. Call 619-717-2072 or e-mail our law firm to schedule a consultation.
Modification of Spousal Support, Child Support and Child Custody
In order to make spousal support, child custody or child support modifications, the person asking for the modification must show that a "substantial change of circumstances" has taken place that requires a modification. For instance, the loss of a job or a substantial pay increase or decrease may warrant changes to support orders. If you want to modify child custody, visitation or child support, you must also show that a modification is in your child's best interests. Our law firm will ably present a persuasive argument on your behalf to show that it is necessary to modify your divorce decree.
If the parent with primary physical custody of the children wants to move out of San Diego County, they will need permission from the court or the other parent. Move-away cases can be particularly hard-fought. Our law firm is up to the challenge, whether you want to move or want to prevent a move.
Know Your Limitations. Hire a Lawyer to Help You Modify Your Divorce Decree.
Many people believe that they can modify the terms of their divorce decree without an attorney. Other people think it is acceptable to make arrangements with their ex-spouse or other parent that are not covered in the divorce decree. Our law firm has talked to many people who have tried to modify their divorce decree on their own. We have also talked to people whose informal arrangements with an ex have fallen through. Simply put, it is much more expensive and uncertain to hire a lawyer to undo things that have been done incorrectly than it is to hire a lawyer to do it right the first time.
Contact Our San Diego Custody Modifications Attorneys
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Call or e-mail our law firm to schedule a consultation. We look forward to discussing your modification goals with you.
