Westmoreland County, PA Divorce Agreement Modification Attorneys
During a divorce, you and your spouse settle many important legal issues. Child support, alimony, division of assets, and child custody are the most common family matters decided. However, if life circumstances change down the road, you may find it necessary to modify your divorce agreement.
Consulting with the divorce agreement modification lawyers at DeRiso Law Group can help make this process easier, ensure paperwork is filed with the courts correctly, and -- most importantly -- protect the rights of you and your family. Contact us today to find out more about changing your divorce agreement.
Why Modify a Divorce Agreement?
In Westmoreland County and across Pennsylvania, you must have a major change in circumstances to warrant a divorce agreement modification. Following are some common reasons for a modification. Keep in mind that a reasonable amount of time needs to have passed before applying for a change. For example, most courts won't look favorably upon a request after a period of only six months.
- Major increase or decrease in income for either party
- Remarriage
- Change in child's educational or medical needs
- New circumstances posing a threat to child (drugs, alcohol, neglect, or domestic abuse)
- Either party moving a long distance away
- Ex-spouse no longer complying with divorce agreement
- Need to modify custodial or visitation rights
You should not make a divorce modification without a court order. Even if your relationship with your ex-spouse is amicable, never make an informal agreement. If, for any reason, either party doesn't follow the agreement in the future, you may have no legal recourse. Speak to your divorce agreement modification attorney today to start filing your paperwork today.
The Divorce Modification Agreement Process
If both parties agree to the terms of the modification, it can be settled without a hearing or going to trial. Your attorneys write up an order and file it with the court, and a judge approves it. Once approved, the modified agreement overrides the original order. However, if the parties are unable to come to mutual agreement, a judge or even a jury may have to make the decision for you. This is why it's crucial to consult with an experienced divorce attorney at DeRiso Law Group.
Westmoreland County, PA Divorce Attorneys Working for You
If you feel the time has come to make a divorce agreement modification, our legal team can examine your circumstances and provide expert advice. To schedule an appointment with a lawyer to discuss your family law needs, call our office at (412) 452-9712 or contact us online. We offer flexible scheduling and an initial consultation.
