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.