Is there a reason to petition a family law court to change your court order after a divorce or after a child custody order is already on the books? In fact, the term "final" does not always apply in the case of a final divorce decree or child custody (child possession) order.
Life circumstances often change over time. A promotion, a job loss, a proposed move out of town or out of state, or remarriage are all examples of changes that can lead a family law court to approve a modification to an existing court order for:
Are you looking for an attorney to advise and help you obtain or challenge a proposed modification to a court order in a family law matter? I am family law attorney Gary Knapp of McKinney, representing clients throughout Collin County and the North Dallas area. I can help determine whether you have cause to petition a family law court for a modification of a court order. If another person has filed such a petition and you disagree, I can help you contest the proposed modification.
Beware of informal discussions with your ex-spouse regarding proposed changes to spousal support, child custody or visitation, or child support. For your sake, talk to an attorney about your rights and learn what a family law judge will likely say about a post-judgment modification under discussion. You are naturally concerned if your parenting time is likely to be affected when the other parent requests a custody modification, for example.
Whatever your unique circumstances, you are welcome to contact me, Texas family law attorney Gary Knapp, by calling 214-717-6445 or sending an email inquiry through this website.
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