Sound Advice About Modification and Enforcement
Because people's needs, capacities and circumstances have a way of changing over time, Florida family law provides for the modification of child support, child custody arrangements or alimony. People don't always follow through on their commitments, the law provides as well for the enforcement of child or spousal support orders that go into unexcused default.
If you need a lawyer's advice about the modification or enforcement of an order or decree after the divorce is final, contact Brodie & Friedman, P.A. in Boca Raton to learn about your rights and alternatives.
Call 561-392-5100 to Discuss Your Modification or Enforcement Options
Getting a family court judge to grant your motion to modify a child support order or parenting plan will depend on your ability to prove a significant change of circumstances that relates directly to the problem at hand. You might also have to prove that the change you propose is in the best interests of the child involved.
At Brodie & Friedman, P.A. our attorneys' experience with Florida family law and procedure can give you a good idea of the likelihood that any proposed modification will be approved. If the change you have in mind won't likely be granted, we'll recommend that you save the money and trouble you would otherwise spend on a longshot court hearing. Similarly, if you're inclined to oppose a motion for modification, we can help you pick your battles wisely.
Our Attorneys Advise Clients on Either Side of Enforcement Proceedings
If you go into arrears on your child support or alimony payments, you will probably get a reasonable chance to bring them current. If you don't take full advantage of the opportunity, however, you might be surprised to see how much trouble is waiting for you.
Failure to pay child support or alimony without a solid excuse is treated as a contempt of court, which can land you in jail. While our lawyers can work with you to help avoid the worst potential consequences of contempt, you're better off getting legal advice before the problem gets out of hand.
Our lawyers also advise clients who need advice about the most effective ways to enforce their child support or alimony rights, or defend against them. For additional information, contact Brodie & Friedman, P.A. in Boca Raton.
