Family Law Modifications Attorney in Indianapolis

A family law modification is a legal process to change an existing court order related to divorce or paternity. Life events can make the original terms unsustainable. In Indiana, you can request a modification if there has been a substantial and continuing change in circumstances that makes the current order unreasonable. Our firm is prepared to help you navigate these changes and formally update your legal arrangements to protect your family’s well-being.

Child support orders are a common subject for modification. You may be able to change your current order if:

• There has been a significant change in either parent’s income.
• The child’s needs have changed, such as new expenses for education or healthcare.
• There’s been a change in the amount of parenting time.
• It has been at least 12 months since the last order, and the new calculation would differ by at least 20%.

An experienced attorney from our firm can review your situation, calculate the potential new support amount under Indiana’s guidelines, and file the necessary legal motions to formally request the change. We will advocate for a fair outcome that reflects your current financial reality and your child’s needs.

Yes, child custody and parenting time orders can be modified. The guiding principle for any change is always the child’s best interests. As children grow, their schedules, activities, and needs evolve. Likewise, a parent’s work schedule or living situation may change. Whether you are seeking to adjust the parenting time schedule or requesting a change in physical or legal custody, our attorneys can help you demonstrate to the court why a modification is necessary to support your child’s stability and happiness.

At Villarrubia & Rosenberger, P.C., we provide dedicated legal support to help you adapt your family’s legal framework to life’s changes. We treat our clients like family, offering a welcoming atmosphere where you can feel understood and supported. Our services cover a range of post-decree modifications, including:

• Child Support Modifications: Ensuring support orders are fair and based on accurate financial information.
• Child Custody and Parenting Time Adjustments: Creating updated plans that serve the best interests of your children.
• Spousal Maintenance (Alimony) Modifications: Addressing changes in financial circumstances that may warrant an adjustment to spousal support.
• Relocation Petitions: Assisting parents who wish to move with their children, whether across town or out of state.

Life’s transitions are inevitable, but you don’t have to face the legal hurdles alone. The attorneys at Villarrubia & Rosenberger, P.C. have the experience and compassion to guide you through the modification process, protecting your rights and empowering you to achieve a result that works for your family now. Contact us today.