Helping Dallas Families With Post-Divorce Modifications

When you go through a Texas divorce, a final decision is made regarding various crucial issues, including spousal support, child support and child custody. When making these orders, a judge considers the circumstances at the time of the divorce, which means a custody or spousal support order made five years ago may no longer apply to your life right now.

If this is the case, you may need to request a modification of your divorce order. At Katie L. Lewis, P.C. Family Law, our experienced family law attorney knows how to handle these steps and secure a modification that will provide you with the support and security you need for your family moving forward.

Common Reasons For Modifications In Texas

In order to have your support or custody order modified, you need to demonstrate that there has been a significant change in your circumstances. This may include:

• Job loss, or a new job with a significant increase or decrease in pay
• Relocation
• A serious illness or injury
• Significant changes in a parent or child’s schedule
• The child is old enough to express their preference for which parent they want to live with
• Signs of substance abuse, violence or neglect from a parent

Any of these factors may help prove to a court why you need to modify an existing order for custody or support. When it comes to child custody modifications, courts will always prioritize the best interests of the child and approve or deny any modifications on that basis.

While you and your co-parent may agree to revise any child support or custody orders, you must still have them modified in court so that any potential violations can be held accountable in the future.

How Katie L. Lewis, P.C., Can Help

We understand how sensitive issues of support and custody can be. Requesting modifications can be stressful, especially if the other parent doesn’t agree. When you work with our firm, you work directly with an attorney who is board-certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in family law. Attorney Katie L. Lewis knows how overwhelming this situation must be for you and strives to provide you with the compassionate support and guidance you need during a challenging time.

Consult With A Skilled Texas Modifications Lawyer Today

It’s normal for an order made at divorce to need revisions down the line. We’re here to help you seek modifications for child custody, child support and spousal support orders that don’t work with your current situation.

Call our Dallas firm today at 214-461-5028 to schedule a consultation or email us online at your convenience.