Houston Child Custody and Support Modifications

Guidance on Changing Custody and Support Orders in Houston

After a divorce or paternity case, the court may have issued an order pertaining to child support or possession (visitation). Changes in circumstances, however, may render these orders unreasonable or simply impossible. Typically referred to as modifications of custody and support, changing court orders can be extremely complicated – but they must be handled properly to avoid potential issues that could affect your custody and visitation rights and your financial security.

As a Houston custody and support modification attorney, Kay Polk can guide you through the process of altering an existing possession order or child support order. She has dealt with these issues since 2000 and understands the nuances of Texas Family Code as it relates to parenting plans and child support.

Altering Visitation Rights and Parenting Plans in Houston

To modify the parenting plan (possession and access) portion of your court order, you can file a suit to modify the order. Doing so will ensure that the court order reflects the most current arrangement. Such a petition can be contested or uncontested. If it is uncontested, parties have already agreed, and court approval is simply required for it to go into effect. If it is contested, a judge will consider both sides and make a decision based on the best interests of the child.

Reasons for modification of possession and access may include:

• One of the parents has moved
• One of the parents has a new work schedule that affects his/her ability to comply with the existing order
• Another significant change has arisen that would warrant a change in possession/access

For information that applies to your unique case, call (713) 234-6260 for a confidential consultation.