You and the other parent will attend a court hearing where you will have the chance to explain the change in circumstances. After the hearing, the judge will make a decision. This can take some time, but you should receive a new order within 45 days of the hearing.
Parties to an Alabama divorce may file a motion for pendente lite custody. These motions ask the court to issue temporary orders addressing issues that arise while a divorce is pending. The court may address child support, child custody, alimony, and restraining orders.
Grounds for Child Custody Modification in Alabama For a judge to approve a change in your current child custody order, you or the other parent must prove: There has been a material or substantial change in circumstances affecting child custody; Changing the custody order is in your child's best interests; and.
How do I ask the court for a new support order? You must fill out and file these forms: Request to Change Child Support (Form PS-02) Child Support Obligation Income Statement/Affidavit (Form CS-41)
To obtain alimony pendente lite, the applicant must show: Proof of marriage to the other spouse. The existence of a pending divorce. A cause of action or defense with some chance of success. Financial inability to support himself or herself and pay for the expenses associated with divorce.