Riverside, California Modifications Attorney

Situations can change months or years after an original divorce order is finalized. If there has been a change in circumstances that causes you or your former spouse to seek a modification to your divorce order, our attorney can represent your interests in court. At the Law Offices of H. William Edgar, we are experienced in handling modifications for changes in physical health, job change, or if a child has special needs.

We provide aggressive advocacy to protect the rights of our clients seeking a modification or in preventing a modification to an existing order. Contact us for an original consultation or case evaluation.

There are a number of reasons why a court will modify an existing custody, child support, or spousal support order. The party seeking a modification has to prove that a significant change in circumstances has made the original order impractical or impossible.

Modifications to custody agreements

A modification to a custody arrangement or visitation may be necessary if a new job or other significant change makes the existing schedule impossible.

Modifications to spousal support determinations

You may be able to seek a modification of spousal support if you have lost your job and are unable to pay the full amount of support. A modification may also be possible if your spouse received a significant raise. If your spouse has remarried and you are paying spousal support, we can petition the court to terminate support. Consult with an attorney who can properly investigate and clarify what does and does not qualify as a reason for a modification.

Do not make agreements with a former spouse without a modification order. These agreements will not hold up in court. We can help you seek a temporary or permanent change to an existing order.

Modifications to child support determinations

Modifications to child support are very important for individuals who have recently lost a job and are unable to make full or timely payments. If you do not seek a modification of your child support order, you may face being held in contempt of court or criminal charges. Our attorneys will help you seek a modification to a child support determination or help you prevent a modification.

It costs nothing to learn how we can help. Contact Law Offices of H. William Edgar for a free consultation with an experienced lawyer at either our Riverside or Temecula offices.

Credit cards accepted • Off-site, evening, and weekend appointments available • Payment plans available • Se Habla Espanol / Spanish language services available • Conveniently located just off the 60 Freeway in Riverside, CA