Post Judgment Modification

Long Island Divorce and Family Law Attorney

After your divorce, changing financial or personal circumstances may require modifications to child support, spousal maintenance or even child custody. Modifications of child support or maintenance are dependent upon the particular language of your divorce agreement. Based on the parameters of the agreement, post judgment modifications can only be done if there is a substantial or unforeseen change in circumstances and a court approves the modification. Modifications of child custody are based on the 'best interest of the child'. When seeking a modification of these orders, it is important to protect both your child's and your rights. At The Kepanis Law Firm, we are committed to building relationships with our clients that allow us to successfully handle any necessary post-judgment modification issues.

Modifications of Orders

We advise and represent clients' post-judgment modification matters involving:

• Modifications in child support
• Modifications in spousal support or maintenance
• Modifications in child custody and visitation
• Parental relocations

Significant changes in personal and financial circumstances that can necessitate a modification of a divorce decree include:

• A new job with an increased or decreased salary
• Involuntary loss of employment
• A health problem or disability
• New special needs by a child
• College education needs
• Remarriage by one of the ex-spouses

Enforcement of Orders and Agreements

The Kepanis Law Firm can also assist those individuals with the enforcement of court orders and settlement agreements. For example, if an ex-spouse or parent fails to make timely payments, we can provide the aggressive representation necessary to enforce your child support order. An ex-spouse or parent must be held accountable for their violation of a signed agreement and/or court order. Our objective is to explore the situation fully and guide our clients through their best course of action. Our firm will also return to court with our clients when significant assets are not properly divided per the divorce decree. Both sides must comply with the agreement they signed. When a party fails to do so, our job is to hold them accountable and aggressively protect the rights of our clients.

If you are seeking a modification or enforcement of a divorce order, judgment or settlement agreement, consult the family law attorneys at The Kepanis Law Firm to learn more about the post judgment modification process. Our firm, located in Uniondale, New York, provides a wide array of family law services to families throughout New York and Long Island as well as those communities in Nassau and Suffolk counties. To schedule an initial consultation, contact our firm today.