Post-Judgment Modification and Contempt

Attleboro Divorce Modification Attorney

Our firm represents clients who encounter a need to change a court order, oppose a proposed change to a court order, or need to file a complaint of contempt. These post-divorce legal issues are generally centered on issues of child custody and child support. Our firm offers clients effective representation to resolve divorce modification and contempt issues efficiently.

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Modification to Divorce Orders

Even if both parties agree to the change, the modification will need to be approved in family court. The person proposing the change will need to demonstrate that there has been a material change in circumstances. Modifications of financial matters can arise through occurrences such as:

• An increase in income
• A change in physical or mental health condition
• Loss of a job
• Returning to school

Modification to divorce orders of child custody can arise because one party wishes to move with the children to another school district, state, or country.

Complaint of Contempt

Child support is designated to provide for the needs of the children. This includes necessities such as food, clothing, and shelter. We work closely with the Department of Revenue to recover backed child support payments. There are civil and criminal actions that we can help you take in family court. We help people file a complaint of contempt in family court. The judge will enter an order requiring the person to pay the full amount due, or set up payment plans, or even serve jail time. If you need help collecting back child support and enforcing your rights, contact our firm.