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Skilled Family Law Attorneys For Post-Decree Modifications

As you move forward after a divorce, your life is sure to change. Over time, you may find that some of those crucial aspects of your divorce – such as custody, spousal support or child support – don’t align with your current lifestyle. You may need to adjust those original divorce orders to better fit with what you need now.

Modifying child custody, child support and spousal support orders is possible with the help of a skilled family law attorney. At Welty Esposito & Wieler LLC, we have guided many Connecticut families through this process to ensure their divorce orders continue providing them with the necessary support. If you’re considering modifying your existing orders, our lawyers will work closely with you to secure a revised decree that will satisfy your needs.

When Is Modification Possible?

In Connecticut, you can request modification of a child support, child custody or spousal support order if there is a “substantial change in circumstances.” There are many different situations that may fall under this rule. Common examples of child support or spousal support include the following:

  • Either party has lost their job or income, and cannot make payments
  • Either party has gotten a raise or a new, higher paying job
  • The receiving spouse of spousal support has remarried
  • The receiving spouse has become self-sufficient
  • There have been changes to the cost of living
  • Either party or the child is suffering from an illness or injury

When it comes to child custody modifications, there may be other circumstances to qualify, including:

  • A parent is relocating to another state
  • A parent’s schedule has changed due to a new job or job loss
  • The child’s schedule has changed
  • A parent has developed a chemical dependency
  • A parent has displayed signs of abuse or neglect

Our attorneys can make sure that the reason for your modification request is valid. We will fight to help you seek modification in all situations, especially when it’s to protect the safety of your child. Custody modifications still need to align with the child’s best interests, and we will advocate on behalf of you and your child to ensure their needs remain the priority.

Personalized Solutions For Your Specific Needs

No matter what kind of modification you need, you deserve to have an experienced divorce lawyer on your side who will stand up for your rights and your goals. We understand that everyone’s life changes after divorce and that an order made years ago may no longer apply to your current situation. Our goal is to help you seek modifications that will make your life easier.

Call our firm today at 203-902-5760 or send an email online at your convenience. We proudly represent families throughout New Haven and Branford.