Huntsville Divorce Modification Lawyers
Alabama lawyers assist clients in seeking modifications of prior court orders
Family court orders concerning spousal support, child custody and child support are based on the circumstances existing at the time of a divorce. However, these circumstances can change, rendering the original order obsolete and perhaps unfair. For instance, an ex-spouse required to pay alimony may lose the resources to pay and the spouse receiving payments may see their economic situation improve. Alabama law allows an ex-spouse to seek a modification of a court order regarding child custody, visitation, child support or spousal support if there is a material change in circumstances or if there are other justifications. A Huntsville lawyer at Amy A. Slayden Family Law P.C. can provide the advice and representation you need to successfully obtain a modification of your original Decree of Divorce or subsequent court order.
Types of modifications
Your divorce judgment may be modified to change any of the following:
- Alimony payments
- Child support
- Child custody or visitation
We are ready to assist you whether you are seeking or opposing a modification.
Reasons for seeking a modification of post-divorce settlements
A court might grant a modification of a provision in your divorce judgment based on changes in circumstances such as:
- Relocation of a parent with child custody
- Changes in income of an ex-spouse receiving spousal support
- An ex-spouse’s unemployment, retirement or other income change
- The existing child custody order being no longer in the best interests of a child
- Mutual agreement of you and your former spouse
Our divorce lawyer in Huntsville, Alabama can determine if there are valid reasons to modify your divorce judgment and if so can represent you in the court proceeding.
The process and requirements for modifying a divorce judgment in Alabama
The party requesting a modification must file a petition with the court that issued the original judgment, explaining why the modification is necessary. As your attorney, we will make the strongest case possible for or against the proposed modification. Once you or your ex-spouse files the petition, if it is contested, you will need to present evidence for or against modification at a hearing before the judge.
Contested vs. uncontested modifications
If a modification is contested, you will need to put on evidence before the Court to support your claim for a modification or to defend your ex-spouses’ claim for modification. A skilled attorney’s services can be essential to achieving success, whether you are requesting or opposing the modification.
Contact an accomplished Huntsville post-divorce modification lawyer to make an appointment
The Huntsville firm of Amy A. Slayden Family Law P.C. assists clients in Madison, Limestone, Morgan and Marshall counties, Alabama in seeking or opposing modifications of divorce judgments and other family law court orders. To schedule a consultation, please call 256-529-4437 or contact us online.
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5.0/5.0Amy Slayden represented me through two divorces and several complicated legal matters. She was an excellent communicator, steady in difficult moments, and helped me navigate some very challenging circumstances with clarity and professionalism. I alwa...
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Amy helped me achieve what felt truly impossible. She guided me through a complex and emotional relocation custody case with knowledge, compassion, and determination. Because of her hard work and advocacy, my son and I were given the chance at a fres...
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Sarah and her team did an excellent job while I was going through my Divorce. It was a smaller case but she was still very quick with responses back, communication and walking me through something that I had never done before and never hope to do aga...
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Dawn has been beyond helpful in so many ways but especially in keeping me calm and instructed me to keep a notebook of questions for Sarah, which I have started. She always answers the phone willing to help in anyway she can and knows how to get the ...
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Amy Slayden is a fierce advocate who doesn’t tolerate nonsense. She’s sharp, straightforward, and knows exactly how to get things done. She stayed focused and fought hard for a fair outcome. I’m so grateful for her expertise, persistence, and h...
