Orland Park, IL Post-Decree Modification Attorneys

Experienced Attorneys Helping to Modify or Enforce Family Law Court Orders in Orland Park, Illinois

A divorce serves as the legal termination of a marriage, but while the decisions made in a case may seem to be final, there are some cases where they may be revisited. Orders regarding parental responsibilities (child custody), child support, and spousal maintenance that are put in place during a divorce or family law case are often meant to last for years, but there are some cases where changes to these orders may be necessary.

At The Foray Hurst Firm, we understand that life changes can happen, and in some cases they may be unexpected. If you, your ex, or your children have gone through changes that could affect family law court orders, our skilled team has the experience and resources needed to help you address these issues. We will provide you with the legal guidance and representation you need when requesting modifications, and we can help you take steps to enforce court orders if your ex has not met their obligations.

Our attorneys understand the unique concerns that Black families may face in these situations. In cases where one or both parents have children with multiple partners or where parents were unmarried, we can assist with modifications of child custody orders. We can work to address changes in a family's circumstances, such as one party deciding to move in with a new partner, a parent having additional children, or a parent's failure to pay child support as required.

Changing a Child Custody or Financial Support Order in Illinois

When a divorce is finalized or a child custody order is put in place, the decisions made by the court are meant to reflect the circumstances that were relevant at that time. These orders may only give limited consideration to how things could change in the future. However, you, your ex, or your children may experience a variety of changes. You or your ex may get a new job, get remarried, have more children, or decide to move to a new city. Any one of these changes, and many others, could affect the applicability and appropriateness of the court's orders.

Fortunately, Illinois law allows for family law court orders to be modified when any of the parties involved experiences a significant change in circumstances. In most cases, orders for support can be modified based on changes in either spouse's income or ability to work. For example, if you lose your job and are unable to pay child support or alimony, you may ask for a temporary pause in payments until you find a new job, or you may seek a more permanent reduction in your obligations based on the types of work that may be available.

Orders regarding parental responsibilities and parenting time can also be amended, but only when doing so is in the child's best interest. If you believe that changes in your children's lives, such as the remarriage of a parent or the birth of a new child, may require changes to how child custody should be handled, you can request modifications. In cases involving parental relocation, you may need to demonstrate that moving to a new location would be in your children's best interests.

At The Foray Hurst Firm, we will review your situation and help you explore all of your available options for seeking a modification. We will help you gather the evidence needed to show that a substantial change in circumstances has taken place, and we will advocate for solutions that will protect your rights and serve the best interests of your children.

Enforcing Family Law Orders

Unfortunately, the existence of a court order for child custody, child support, or spousal maintenance does not guarantee that it will be followed. If your former partner has fallen behind on support payments, our attorneys can assist with enforcement efforts. Illinois courts can enforce family law orders in a number of ways, including wage garnishment, tax refund interception, and the suspension of driving privileges or professional licenses. In extreme cases, a non-compliant party could even face jail time. You deserve to receive the payments that have been ordered by the court, and we are prepared to help you do so.

We can also help you take steps to enforce child custody orders when necessary. If your ex has refused to follow the parenting time schedule put in place by the court, has not allowed you to see or communicate with your children, or has prevented you from being involved in decisions about raising your children, we can advise you on what steps you can take to protect your parental rights. We will work to ensure that solutions will be put in place that will allow you to maintain a relationship with your children and prevent them from suffering emotional harm.

Contact Our Orland Park, Illinois Family Court Order Modification Attorneys

If your situation has changed since your divorce was finalized or your child custody order was put in place, The Foray Hurst Firm can work with you to request the necessary modifications. We will work to ensure that your rights and interests will be protected. Contact our Orland Park post-decree modification lawyers at 312-702-1293 to set up a confidential consultation today.