St. Joseph, Missouri Post-Divorce Modifications Attorneys
A change in personal circumstances may make it difficult or impossible to adhere to the terms of your divorce settlement. When job loss, illness, or geographical relocation impacts child custody and child support arrangements, a post-divorce modification is necessary.
Since the terms of a divorce settlement are court-ordered legal obligations imposed on both parties, failure to properly modify terms governing child support and child custody arrangements can create legal and financial complications for everyone involved. At Kranitz & Kranitz, we prepare all necessary paperwork and information for clients in petitions requesting a modification in child custody and child support.
If your personal finances or job situation has changed, contact divorce attorneys at Kranitz & Kranitz today to discuss modification of child custody or child support arrangements. We can evaluate your situation and determine if a modification makes sense for you.
Child Support - Why a Post-Divorce Modification is Necessary
When sudden job loss or illness strikes, it's not uncommon for ex-spouses to agree to a change in child support payments. While both parties may agree to a temporary halt or increase in payments, neither has the legal authority to do so. Child support is a duty owed a child, not the custodial parent. As such, only the court can legally sanction a change in child support.
Even if you believe your change in circumstances is temporary, you could be held financially responsible for back-owed child support and interest on it if the court finds out (or if your ex-spouse decides to sue you at a later date). And, if you are the custodial parent, you can also be held in contempt if the court discovers you agreed to a change in child support payments without its approval.
Relocations and Modification of Child Custody Arrangements
If you move out of the state or to another county within the Missouri, you must first request a child custody modification. If you are the custodial parent, the court must be made aware of your new situation and how it will impact any joint custody arrangement or visitation schedules. Likewise, if you are the non-custodial parent, your right to visitation, vacations, or joint custody will also need to be considered and modified by the court.
At Kranitz & Kranitz, our lawyers can explain the issues involved and ensure your parental rights and the interests of your children are protected.
Contact Post-Divorce Modification Attorneys at Kranitz & Kranitz
Failure to modify child custody or child support arrangements can create significant legal complications. To learn more about the legal issues involved and how we can help you, contact family law attorneys at Kranitz & Kranitz today to schedule an appointment.
Kranitz & Kranitz, PC
107 South 4 th Street
St. Joseph, MO 64501
Local: (816) 396-8358
Toll Free: (888) 340-1171
Fax: (816) 232-8558
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