Modifying Child Custody or Child Support Orders
Divorced parents find new loves, maybe remarry. They land new jobs or get laid off. The kids' needs change as they grow older. Sometimes these inevitable changes require going back to court to revisit court orders issued at the time of divorce.
The family law attorneys of Bill De La Garza & Associates, P.C. represent either parent in post-decree modifications of orders relating to custody, visitation or financial support. Our Houston law practice serves clients throughout Harris County as well as Galveston County and surrounding counties of Texas.
You will need strong, knowledgeable advocacy to assert a change or defend against a modification that is hostile to your interests or the best interests of your child. Arrange a consultation today.
Texas Child Support Modification Lawyers
There must be a substantial change in circumstances to modify child support:
- The paying parent is earning more.
- The paying parent is out of work and can't meet support obligations.
- The child has special needs necessitating an increase in support.
- The child has reached age 18 or is no longer living with the recipient parent.
- The recipient parent believes the paying parent is underreporting income.
We have experience in justifying or challenging these petitions, and can call on forensic accounts if necessary to prove true income of the payor.
Modification of Custody or Visitation
Bill De La Garza, Board Certified, Family Law - Texas Board of Legal Specialization, has more than 35 years of experience, including high-profile custody disputes and contested hearings to modify custody. He can step in to represent the primary conservator parent or the non-custodial parent in any scenario:
- Requests to relocate children (beyond the Houston area or out of state)
- Petitions for sole custody (abuse, neglect, drug use, criminal activity, mental illness)
- Reversal of custody (a teen who wants to live with the other parent)
- Substantial modifications of the parenting schedule
The court's standard is a substantial change in circumstances and a solution that is in the best interests of the child. We can present a petition to the court if both parents are in agreement about the change. We are also prepared to vigorously argue your position and to bring in professionals as necessary (child psychologists, social workers, amicus attorneys) in contested modifications.
Call us at 888-707-0064 or e-mail our Houston divorce modification attorneys to discuss your rights, your options and where you stand.
