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Modification via Mediation Alternative dispute resolution (ADR) is a popular avenue for parents trying to arrange or modify custody agreements in California. Through ADR, you could achieve an official, legal custody modification without going to court. ADR is not a custody trial.
To request a modification of a court order, you will likely need to show that there has been a substantial change in circumstances that has happened since the order was issued. You will need to go back to the court where your order was issued and file modification forms.
Either parent can file their own petition in circuit court to change (modify) a support order. You can hire a lawyer of your choosing or file your own petition and represent yourself. Other resources you may find helpful include: Florida Courts Self-Help Page for Child Support.
Some examples of substantial changes include cases wherein one parent has been sentenced to a term of incarceration, a parent is dealing with an unexpected illness, or there has been some other dramatic life change that has an impact on how one or both parents are now rendered newly able or unable to care for their ...
Author's note by Attorney Howard Iken: Divorced parents can modify their parenting plan through an agreement or court order. If one parent refuses to modify the plan, the other must file a motion and present evidence to support the change.
TYPES OF FLORIDA TEMPORARY RELIEF MOTIONS They are motions to resolve issues of temporary alimony, temporary child support, temporary custody, and temporary attorney's fees and costs. In the absence of an emergency situation, the court requires the parties to mediate these issues prior to scheduling a motion hearing.
You may apply for a modification of the parenting plan in the future if you believe new evidence or circumstances exist that warrant a change. In most cases, however, you cannot file another motion to modify the parenting plan based on the evidence you previously presented to the court.
To modify the order, you must show the judge there is an issue that cannot wait to be resolved at trial. These matters include such issues as child endangerment or a parent violating the terms of the order. To modify temporary custody orders, you will need to include your reasoning for filing a motion to modify.
Generally, a default allows you to obtain an earlier final hearing to finish your case. Once the default is signed by the clerk, you can request a trial or final hearing in your case.