Connecticut Family Law Firm Concentrates on Divorce Agreement Modifications
Stonington, CT Family Law Attorney Advocates for Clients Desiring Agreement Modifications
Your life changes, and the terms of a divorce agreement can change as well. Connecticut law provides for post-decree modification of custody, alimony, and child support, provided you show a substantial change of circumstances to warrant the change.
Modification of Child Custody
If you want to modify child custody, you will have to show that there has been a significant change of circumstances making the current custody order no longer in the child’s best interest. Some examples of such changes include:
- Changes in a parent’s work schedule that negatively affect their ability to care for the child
- A geographic relocation
- Development or worsening of mental illness, psychiatric condition, or chemical dependency issues involving the custodial parent
- Evidence of the sexual, physical, or emotional abuse of the child
- Issues or problems that one parent is better able to handle
Modification of Child or Spousal Support
As when requesting a change in custody, the party wanting to modify child or spousal support must show a substantial change of circumstances to warrant a change in the support order, such as:
- Loss of job
- Substantial increase or decrease of income of the party paying support
- Disability or other extraordinary medical expenses
Contact a Stonington, Connecticut Divorce Agreement Modification Law Firm Today
Circumstances change, making your divorce agreement no longer relevant. If you are seeking a modification of your divorce agreement, call the Bruce A. Chamberlain Law Office. We have guided many Connecticut families through divorce and post-divorce issues, and can do the same for you. Contact us online or call (860) 440-2846 to schedule your consultation today.
