Post Judgment Modifications

Significant life changes can render existing court orders for child custody, child support, or alimony unfair or unworkable. This often necessitates post-judgment modifications, which are legal applications to the court to adjust the terms of a prior order. While property division (equitable distribution) orders are generally final and rarely modified unless there was fraud, or exceptional circumstances, at the time of the original judgment, issues pertaining to children and ongoing financial support are generally subject to review, including custody arrangements and child support orders. Our family law team assists clients with a wide range of post-judgment modifications, including those related to substantial changes in circumstances related to income, health issues, relocation, retirement, cohabitation, and the evolving needs of the couple’s children.

In addition, the firm represents clients in the enforcement of existing orders, such as non-payment of child or spousal support or lack of adherence to parenting time agreements. Enforcement actions of existing court orders may include motions to compel compliance, wage garnishment, or the seizure of the non-payor’s assets.