Divorce Modification Lawyers in Somerset County, NJ
Is It Time to Update Your Divorce Agreement?
Sometimes circumstances substantially change after a divorce and parties need to revisit and modify the terms of their original agreement. For instance, you may need to modify an existing custody or support order because of a job loss. You might need an attorney to defend against a requested modification. Or, you may require a lawyer to enforce an existing court order. Located in Somerville, New Jersey, the divorce modification lawyers at Lane & Lane, LLC are experienced in modification matters related to custody, parenting time, relocation, support, and related family law issues.
Contact Lane & Lane, LLC to protect your rights in a modification or enforcement matter. We serve Central New Jersey, including Somerset County, Morris County, Union County, Middlesex County, and Essex County.
Can You Change a Parenting Plan Without Court Involvement?
It is possible to modify a parenting plan without going to court. Many situations arise that make it difficult or impossible for the original parenting plan to be carried out exactly as written, and in these cases a modification is the best option.
A modification can be achieved by both parents agreeing on the changes and amending the written agreement, or through mediation with a neutral third-party professional facilitating negotiations between both parents.
It is important to remember, however, that once a parenting plan has been modified any subsequent amendment must also abide by this new version - so it's best to find an arrangement that all parties involved are able to agree upon and work together over a period of time.
Understanding Custody Modification & Enforcement
Modification may be necessary if there is a change in circumstances such as an illness, relocation, job loss, or other factors that may impact the current custody or support arrangement. Child custody modification may include an adjustment to parental rights and duties or parenting time schedule. The change in circumstances may make the existing order impractical or impossible. A change in circumstances may include relocation, change in job, or the child’s schedule.
Changes to an existing custody or support arrangement often arise when one or more of the following factors exist:
- A child’s desire to reside with a different parent depending upon the child’s age
- Abuse or neglect
- Changes in income because of job loss, illness, or serious injury
- Parenting time
- One parent is moving out of the state or country
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“I highly recommend hiring Daniel Lane to represent you with your legal matters. He handled my case with the utmost professionalism and sincerity. I found him to be highly attentive and knowledgeable to reach a positive resolution with my legal issue.”- Former Client
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“Dan Lane was great to work with. He was very honest, professional and straight to the point which I appreciated. He was very patient and took the time to explain legal terms that I didn’t quite understand. I felt like he truly cared about my situation and gave me the best advice like he was dealing with a close friend. 100% would recommend anyone using him.”- Jill V.
