Changing A Family Court Order In Redding
Life can change after a family court issues an order. A new job, job loss, disability or changes in your child’s needs may affect custody, parenting time or support. If your current order no longer fits your situation, you may need to ask the court to change it.
At Sundial Family Law Center, I help clients in Redding and Shasta County address changes to existing family law orders. With 42 years of legal experience and a background as a former Judge Pro Tem and Shasta County Child Support Officer, I bring a long-standing understanding of the local family law system.
Understanding Order Modifications
A modification means asking the court to change an existing order. This may involve custody, parenting time, child support or spousal support.
This differs from enforcement, which may apply when someone is not following an order. An appeal is a separate process that may apply when you believe the court made an error. The right approach depends on your situation and what you need the court to address.
Orders You May Need To Change
Changes to one part of an order can affect other issues. For example, a new parenting schedule may also affect child support.
I assist with matters involving:
- Legal or physical custody
- Parenting and visitation schedules
- Holiday, transportation or supervised visitation arrangements
- Child support, including changes to payment amounts
- Temporary or long-term spousal support
- Move-away and relocation matters
Questions about past-due support may also need to be addressed separately from a request to change future payments.
When New Circumstances May Affect Your Order
You may need to consider a modification after:
- Job loss, reduced hours, disability or a significant income change
- Changes in childcare, health insurance or medical costs
- A child’s changing school schedule or needs
- Relocation or an extended absence
- Remarriage or cohabitation
- Ongoing parenting conflicts or safety concerns
These situations do not automatically mean the court will change an order. However, they may give you a reason to ask the court to review your circumstances. You can learn more about related family law matters and the services I provide in Shasta County.
Understand Your Options Before You Act
When your circumstances change, it can be difficult to know whether you should accept the situation, work things out with the other party or ask the court to step in. Understanding your options early can help you avoid decisions that may create further problems.
As a Redding modification of orders lawyer, I can help you understand where you stand and what steps may be available. If you need to change a child custody order in Redding or are looking for a child support modification attorney, I can review your situation and explain your options. Call 530-487-0476 or use my contact form page to discuss your situation.