Modifications

As your children’s needs change, it is possible that you will need to alter or “modify” your orders regarding them. Life happens and life changes: from re-marriage, to new homes, to changes in income, to more significant changes such as the other parent’s arrest. Hannah understands that you may need to re-evaluate all issues related to your children and will guide you as you move your family towards a new beginning.

Modifications to conservatorship and possession:

“My possession schedule does not work anymore, can I ask to change it?” Yes. Modifications to possession and conservatorship happen often. To win, however, you need to show a change in circumstances and that the requested change is in your child’s best interests. Understanding that these are fact intensive questions, Hannah will walk you through your case to achieve the best outcome possible.

Modifications to child support:

“My ex makes more money now, can I ask to increase child support? I make less money now, can I ask for it to be decreased?” As with many things in life, the answer to this is “maybe.” Whether or not you are entitled to a change in child support will depend on a variety of factors, including how long it was since child support was first ordered and what has happened since then. Hannah will ensure that you understand the law as it applies to your case and your children.

Immediate Risks to Children:

“The other parent was arrested; can I ask the court to make an immediate change?” Where the other parent is arrested, or some form of abuse occurs, you can ask the court for immediate relief, either in the form of a temporary restraining order or a protective order. Hannah can help guide you through this proves and ensure you make the best strategical decision for your family.

Life changes and when it does, Hannah will be help counsel you as to the best way to move through these changes to another new beginning.