Child Custody Modifications
The Law Offices of Daniel P. Webb can help with all your child custody modification requests. There are a variety of reasons for seeking a modification, and our legal professionals will work closely with you to understand your situation in order to better serve your needs. Call us at (817) 408-3541 to schedule an appointment today.
Child Custody Modification Facts & Details
Custody Definition
Custody modification is a misnomer. Modification is generally sought for an alteration of conservatorship, possession of, and/or access to a child.
Modification & The Court
All modifications are subject to the court that entered the prior order, unless the child’s residency has changed, then a new court will rule on the modification.
Eligibility
In most cases, the petitioner needs to plead and prove that the circumstances of the child affected by the custody order have substantially changed since the prior order.
Child’s Choice
If a child is 12 years or older, they can voice their choice of parent who they wish to live with, and the prior custody order can be modified without showing a substantial change in circumstances.
Once the Modification is Filed
While the modification suit is pending, the court may not render a temporary order that changes the designation of the parent who has the right to choose the primary residence of the child unless:
Please call the Law Office of Daniel P. Webb for all your child custody modification questions and needs. No two cases are the same, and we handle everything from simple to complex modification cases. Schedule your legal consultation today, (817) 408-3541.