Austin, Texas: Legal Help with Modification of a Decree or Order
Modification of Child Support, Visitation and Custody Agreements
The final divorce decree or final SAPCR Order is rarely the end of the story. Parents previously involved in divorce or SAPCR litigation often find that they need to change or modify their original agreement as life goes on and circumstances change.
Whenever two parties want or need to change the prior court order, a formal legal process is required. This process does not have to be a drawn-out court proceeding, but it is necessary to file a formal, agreed modification order with the court.
The most frequent type of modification is a child support modification, but modifications are also possible with regard to child custody, child visitation, and spousal support agreements.
As with the original proceedings, there are several ways to approach a modification. The parties can use mediation or collaborative law — rather than engage in a long and costly court battle.
The decision about which kind of dispute resolution process to use for a child support modification agreement can be a difficult one. Our law offices are led by an experienced lawyer who is also a trained mediator and collaborative law attorney.
One of the most valuable services we offer our clients is helping them figure out which type of conflict resolution process will work best for them and their families — both in terms of the family's circumstances and our individual client's budget.
- Mediation: Well-trained in mediation, Ms. Stanley is one of few attorneys in the Austin, Texas, area who will mediate child support modification agreements between ex-spouses or unmarried parents.
- Collaborative family law: In collaborative law, the parties agree at the beginning of the process that they will work together to reach a decision about modifying child support. The parties are represented by lawyers who also commit to helping their clients reach agreement without the need for expensive and time-consuming litigation.
Contact Linda Stanley, P.L.L.C.
We stand ready to answer your questions about child support modifications or other changes to the divorce agreement. To schedule a confidential consultation, call 1-866-930-6377 or 512-961-7607, or send us an e-mail.
Attorneys seeking mediation services with Ms. Stanley may access her calendar of available mediation appointments to check availability and send an e-mail requesting a specific date.
