Just like marriage, not all court orders are meant to last forever. As life changes, so do the needs of your children and family. At Hanshaw Kennedy Hafen, our family law attorneys are experienced in helping parents seek and defend modifications to existing court orders involving possession, conservatorship, and child support.

Parents may need to modify orders for a wide range of reasons—relocation, remarriage, job changes, shifts in income, or more serious concerns such as family violence, mental or emotional abuse, alienation, or substance abuse. In other cases, a child’s evolving needs or expressed preferences may lead to a necessary change in parenting time or decision-making authority. Whatever the reason, your family deserves an arrangement that reflects your current reality.

To obtain or defend against a custody or possession modification, the court must find both:

1. A material and substantial change in circumstances, and

2. That the requested change is in the best interest of the child.

These legal standards are not strictly defined, which means that the success of your case depends heavily on how your facts are presented. That’s why it’s critical to work with skilled counsel who can build a strong, persuasive argument tailored to your situation.

Child support modifications, though more formulaic, also require careful legal analysis. Whether seeking an increase, decrease, or enforcement, it’s essential to apply the law correctly to ensure a fair outcome.

At HKH, we understand that life doesn’t stand still—and neither should your court orders. Our attorneys are here to help you navigate these changes with confidence, clarity, and a strategy designed to protect your family’s best interests.