Getting divorced is tough already, but when there are children involved the matter can become much more complicated. Sorting through child custody and child support orders is no easy feat and often both parties are unsatisfied. Despite that, these agreements are binding by the court and you must follow them. However, sometimes situations change and the child custody order that was put in place no longer works for you. Are you able to change it?
Can you modify a child custody order?
If the court established child custody order no longer works for your situation, you might be wondering if you are able to change it. The answer is that it depends. Yes, child custody orders can be modified, but there needs to be a legitimate reason for the court to consider granting a child custody modification.
What are some reasons that child custody orders can be modified?
So, what are some of the reasons why a child custody order modification might be granted? There needs to be a significant reason, including:
- Establishing sole physical custody to remove children from an unsafe home environment
- Denying visitation to a parent who has developed a drug or alcohol problem or a dangerous mental illness
- Providing additional supervised or unsupervised visitation to a parent who is recovering from an issue that previously made them an unfit parent
- Making adjustments in length or frequency of visits to accommodate a relocation
Who can help modify a child custody order?
If you are going to request a modification to a child custody order it is important to put the best case forward. A family law attorney like Kendall Gkikas & Mitchell, LLP can help you do just that. With experienced, dedicated, and compassionate attorneys, you can count on us to fight tirelessly for you.
If you need help modifying your child custody order, contact Kendall Gkikas & Mitchell, LLP for assistance!
If you are looking to modify your child custody order, you want an experienced family law attorney on your side. Thankfully, Kendall Gkikas & Mitchell, LLP is here to help. With over 31 years of experience, you can count on us to assist with your child custody order modification. Give us a call today at 909-482-1422 to schedule a consultation.
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