Mequon, Wisconsin Post-Divorce Modifications Lawyer

A divorce settlement establishes the legal obligations and prerogatives incumbent upon the parties to a divorce. Should either party desire to change its terms, he or she must do so through a post-divorce modification. Failure to obtain court approval on changes to a divorce settlement could result in legal complications and unwanted financial consequences. At the Fraker Law Firm, I prepare and file all necessary paperwork in petitioning the court for a post-divorce modification. I explain your rights and the legal options to you to ensure you are prepared to address concerns of the court and document your reasons for requesting a change to the terms of your divorce settlement.

If illness, job loss or the need to relocate has impacted your ability to comply with the terms of your divorce settlement, contact family law attorney Donald Roy Fraker at the Fraker Law Firm today.

Changes in Circumstance and Post-Divorce Modifications

The Fraker Law Firm represents clients in post-divorce modifications involving the following:

• Child support
• Spousal maintenance/alimony
• Child custody
• Visitation schedule
• Relocation - moving out of state
• Division of marital property

Understanding the Grounds for a Post-Divorce Modification

In order to modify a divorce settlement, the court must be convinced there is a compelling reason to do so. Illness or job loss can impact a person's ability to pay child/spousal support, justifying the need to reduce payments for a specified period of time. Likewise, a custodial parent who falls ill or loses his or her job may need additional child/spousal support until such time as he or she can return to work or find new work.

As your attorney, I prepare and present medical documentation and financial information justifying a modification in the terms of your divorce settlement. In custody or visitation modifications, the court must be convinced the best interests of the child are protected and maintained. Here, my office may need to consult psychologists or a social worker to conduct an in-home study and reassure the court everything is in good order.

Protecting Your Interests and Rights - Why Modifications are Necessary

Unfortunately, when people fall behind on support payments or need to relocate due to a job opportunity, they make the mistake of assuming that a verbal agreement with the ex-spouse is enough to take care of the situation. Even if your ex-spouse agrees to a change, the modification itself isn't enforceable. Consequently, if your ex-spouse later regrets the amendment, he or she could take you to court.

In the case of child/spousal support payments, you could be required to pay back-owed support, resulting in the garnishment of your wages and a temporary jail sentence. Avoid legal complications and protect yourself - contact post divorce modifications attorney Donald Fraker today and schedule an appointment to learn how I can help you.

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Fraker Law Firm, S.C.
Family Law Dispute Lawyer
1340 W. Towne Square Rd.
Mequon, WI  53092
Phone:  (262) 292-4087
Fax:  (262) 241-8228

The Fraker Law Firm, in Mequon, Wisconsin, represents clients throughout the northern suburbs of Milwaukee, including Belgium, Cedarburg, Fredonia, Grafton, Port Washington, Saukville, Thiensville Waubeka, Port Washington, West Bend, Cedar Grove and Ozaukee, Milwaukee, Washington, Waukesha and Sheboygan counties.