Merrillville Divorce Modifications Lawyers
A court entered your child custody agreement and child support order based on available information. As you know, life can change quickly and without warning, and you may find that your agreements and orders no longer apply.
When Is A Modification To Child Custody Granted?
The simple answer to that question is when it serves the best interests of your children. If you and the other parent agree that changes in either of your lives or the children’s lives warrant a change in your current arrangement and modify it, the court may approve it as long as it meets the aforementioned criteria.
If you cannot agree, the court will look for a substantial change in circumstances that warrants a modification. Even if you can prove that your circumstances have changed, the court will still want assurances that modifying your custody agreement will be the best course of action for your children.
When Is A Modification To Child Support Granted?
If you lose your job, experience a serious medical issue or otherwise go from having the ability to meet your financial obligations to your children to not being able to make the payments, the last thing you should do is simply stop making payments. You could find yourself facing serious repercussions in court.
Instead, you may ask the court to temporarily or permanently modify your child support. If you currently receive child support and experience a substantial change in your financial circumstances, you may also request a modification with the court.
In either case, the court will only approve a child support modification if the requesting party can show a substantial change that warrants it. Our attorneys can work with you to help you present the best evidence possible to the court to meet your needs and goals while ensuring that you continue to support your children as best as possible.
When Is A Modification To Spousal Support Granted?
You can get modifications for spousal support if there is a significant change in your life. Those changes can include:
- Getting a promotion
- Losing a job
- Moving in with a significant other
- Getting remarried
- Experiencing a serious health hazard or injury
- The terms of the current spousal support agreement are set to expire
Whether you are paying or receiving spousal support, we can help represent you and advocate for your needs and interests.
What Types Of Evidence Do You Need To Modify A Court Order In Indiana?
If you wish to modify a court order for a family law related matter in Indiana, you typically must show:
- Credible evidence
- Witness testimony
- Records that support your claim
We can help you request these modifications and make sure that you have all the paperwork and resources necessary to proceed.
Contact An Attorney
The lawyers at Robert A. Plantz & Associates, LLC, offer a free initial consultation (excluding landlord-tenant requests) to discuss your child custody and child support modification needs. Contact us online or at our Merrillville office at 219-561-0263, which serves clients throughout northwest Indiana.