Post-Divorce Modifications Lawyers in Ohio and Kentucky

You completed the divorce process. You resolved all outstanding issues with your spouse — including child support, alimony, division of assets, and child custody and visitation arrangements. But, in many cases, that will not be the end of your dealings with your ex.

Post-divorce modifications are very common. They are necessary whenever either party wishes to make changes to the original divorce agreement — whether the change relates to child custody, child support or another issue.

Also common are actions for enforcement. If a parent refuses to pay child support or denies access to a child according to the child custody or visitation agreement, then the other party may file an enforcement action.

Post-divorce modifications and divorce decree enforcement actions can be straightforward or complex, depending on the desired change and the attitudes of the former spouses. An experienced divorce lawyer can help smooth the way for any necessary post-divorce modifications.

From our offices in Covington, Kentucky, the law firm of Fox & Scott, PLLC, offers the full range of divorce-related legal services, including assistance with post-divorce modifications and orders of enforcement.

Modifications of Child Support or Child Custody

A successful argument for a modification of a child support or child custody agreement must be based on evidence of a material change in circumstances. A request for a change in a child support order must be based on evidence of changed financial circumstances — upward or downward movement of either parent's income. A request for a change in a child custody agreement must also show a material change in circumstances. What this means is showing that the best interests of the child will only be served by a change to the existing child custody and visitation order.

Enforcement of the Divorce Decree

Whenever a former spouse fails to comply with a provision of the divorce decree, the other spouse has the option to bring an action for contempt. The contempt action is a formal court action available when a parent fails to pay child support or refuses to abide by a visitation or shared custody agreement.

Failure to follow the provisions of a divorce agreement can have serious negative consequences. For example, a parent who fails to pay child support as ordered may have his or her driver's license suspended, and professional licenses may be suspended as well.

The attorneys of Fox & Scott, PLLC provide strong and aggressive legal representation in divorce enforcement actions.

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We are available 24 hours daily for urgent legal questions. We also offer a free and completely confidential initial consultation. In Cincinnati, call 513-591-2000; in Kentucky, call 859-291-1000. Or, send us an e-mail to request an appointment.