Divorce Modification
Life doesn’t stop after divorce. Whether it’s a job loss, relocation, remarriage, or changes in your children’s needs, sometimes the terms of your original divorce agreement no longer reflect your current reality. At NLG Divorce & Family Law, our Tampa divorce modification attorneys are here to help you legally update your court orders so they remain fair, enforceable, and aligned with your life today.
What is A Post-Judgment Divorce Modification?
A post-judgment divorce modification is a legal change to the terms of a final judgment of divorce or parenting plan. Florida courts allow modifications to alimony, child support, parenting plans, and time-sharing agreements when there has been a substantial, material, and unanticipated change in circumstances.
We help both the party seeking modification and the party responding to a request, ensuring your interests are protected every step of the way.
Types of Orders That Can Be Modified
-
Termination due to remarriage or cohabitation
Reduction or increase due to income changes
-
Adjustments based on updated income, health insurance, childcare costs, or parenting time
-
Modifying time-sharing arrangements, holidays, or decision-making responsibilities
-
Legal petitions for or against relocating with a child under Florida’s relocation statute
How the Modification Process Works in Florida
To pursue a modification, you must file a formal petition with the court and provide evidence of the substantial change in circumstances. Unlike initial divorce proceedings, modifications focus specifically on the new developments since the original judgement.
Evaluating your eligibility for modification
Collecting financial, medical, or employment documentation
Filing a Petition for Modification
Negotiating or litigating the terms of the change
Ensuring court approval and enforceability
Common Reasons to Modify a Divorce Decree
Courts take modifications seriously and require solid justification. You may be eligible for a modification if you’ve experienced one of the following:
Change in Income
Job loss, promotion, retirement, or disability may justify adjusting alimony or child support.
Remarriage or Cohabitation
New relationships my reduce or end alimony if financial support is no longer needed.
Safety Concerns
If a parent can’t provide a safe environment, custody changes may be needed.
Change in Needs
Growing kids may require updates to support or custody plans.
Moving 50+ miles for over 60 days can impact custody and require court approval.
Location Changes
Why Choose Our Team?
If your ex-spouse has filed for a modification that you believe is unjustified or harmful, you have the right to oppose it. Our attorneys will fight to protect your rights and the integrity of your original agreement, especially if the requested change would negatively impact your finances or time with your children.
NLG Divorce & Family Law brings compassionate counsel, sharp legal insight, and personalized attention to every post-divorce case. Whether you’re adjusting to new life circumstances or standing firm against an unfair modification, we’re here to provide strong representation every step of the way.
