Actions After The Judgment
Post judgment modifications can be made to child support, spousal support, child custody and visitation arrangements. Changes can only be made if there has been a change in circumstances, such as the loss of a job that impacts your ability to pay support or a shift change that alters your availability to spend time with your children. Our lawyers will determine what your options are and help you make the adjustments necessary.
At the law firm of Patterson, Hanna & Associates, our lawyers know how to handle post judgment actions and modifications. We have more than 25 years of experience handling these matters for people in Orange County and beyond, and we will use that experience to help you through the process efficiently and effectively.
Modifying Custody & Parenting Plans
Once a parenting plan has been issued by the court, the parties can change the plan by agreement. If they cannot agree a party can request that the court modify the plan. If the plan is part of a final custody determination that party must prove that a change is in the best interests of the children and also has to show that there has been a substantial change of circumstances.
When you come to the law firm of Patterson, Hanna & Associates to modify your custody and visitation agreement, you get personal attention from attorneys who have been handling family law cases since 1985. You can be confident that our attorneys have the experience to help you and your family through this tough time.
Modifying Child Support
More than likely, your child support order will have to be modified. This is because the factors that influence the amount of child support are likely to change as your child gets older. Child support modifications are not automatic. If you have experienced any of the following changes in circumstance, you will need to request a review from the court:
- Increase in salary
- Decrease in salary or unemployment
- Change in custody designation
- Increase in visitation
- Decrease in visitation
The attorneys at Patterson, Hanna & Associates have extensive experience in defining the factors considered by the court and structuring a resolution to meet your financial needs.
Modifying Spousal Support
You may also modify your spousal support or alimony. Like child support modifications, the court will look at a number of factors to determine whether there has been a change in circumstances that would warrant a modification, including:
- A change in income of either spouse
- Remarriage of the spouse receiving support
The attorneys at Patterson, Hanna & Associates will assist you in evaluating all of the factors that must be considered when modifying your spousal support obligation.
Start With a Consultation
To schedule a consultation about post judgment actions and modifications with our California law firm, call us at 714-888-4834 or send us an e-mail.
