Katy Modifications Attorney
Changing Child Custody & Visitation Orders in Sugar Land and the Surrounding Areas
If you have experienced a change in income, are facing increased childcare costs, or perhaps moved to another city, the terms of your divorce decree may no longer be fair. Fortunately, you have legal options. In Texas, you have the right to seek terms that are appropriate for your new circumstances through modifications to your existing orders.
Attorney Georgia Barker can guide you through the steps of modifying child custody, visitation, or support in Texas. We work tirelessly to help you achieve your goals.
Call (713) 597-3911 to talk to our family lawyer today.
How Do I Request a Modification?
In a modification request, you must demonstrate to the court that your new situation qualifies as a material and substantial change. If you pass that review, the court will evaluate your request using the same legal standards applied in your divorce proceeding. Specifically, it will apply the best interest of the child standard to custody modification requests and apply the state financial guidelines to child support issues.
You Have Options Even If You Aren't the Parent
Keep in mind that any person who has custody rights under a decree may request a modification. You do not have to be a parent. We have helped grandparents and other guardians with these requests.
Guidance through the Request Process
Going back to court may be the last thing you want to do after a divorce. For minor deviations from the terms of the divorce decree, it may not be necessary to go to court. However, if you want to officially change your obligations regarding child custody or visitation, you must seek a new court order through a modification request.
If both parents agree to the modified terms, they can submit a written proposal to the judge for approval. If the order is contested, however, you will have to present your side to the judge in a hearing or trial.
Contact Our Skilled Attorney Today
At Barker Law Firm PC, we have helped parents seek modifications in family law orders for over 20 years. With our experienced Katy modifications attorney on your side, you can trust that your rights will be protected.
To learn more about modification requests, call (713) 597-3911 or contact us online.
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“Georgia was amazingly helpful throughout the entire process. She took on my case when I was down to the wire and needed help ASAP. She fought for everything I asked for and was far more knowledgeable than opposing counsel. I’m very grateful for her and her team and while I hope not to need her in the future I will always keep her number close by.”- Robyn B.
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“Georgia is very easy to work with, she was very responsive and patient throughout my whole case I highly recommend working with her for any Family Law related cases.”- Fernando D.
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“Barker Law Firm is AMAZING! My husband recently passed away, I would have been lost without them. They guided me through the probate every step of the way. Thank you to the entire team!”- Anonymous
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“Barker Law Firm represented me successfully during my Divorce, I was able to get back my properties I lost during my first hearing. Will always recommend friends and family to this Law Firm, thanks to the staff who assisted me during my Divorce as well.”- Alice R. Martin
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“Georgia Barker's and the Barker Law Firm PC is the place to choose for a divorce or any other legal matter where a great lawyer is needed. And let's not forget her paralegals! All and all a great team, very professional and knowledgeable. Throughout my son's divorce procedures we enjoyed working with Georgia and her team and the results were accordingly!”- Former Client
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“I recently went through a divorce and Barker Law Firm was truly amazing. Georgia is a great lawyer, she is very responsive and always attentive to details. Her team is also great and always on top of everything. Everyone knew what was going on with my case and I never had to chase them down for anything. I would recommend this firm to anyone in need of a family lawyer. Georgia knows her stuff and she will always provide the best advise and path forward for your benefit. She will fight for her client and get you the best possible outcome. Best thing for me was the access I always had to being able to discuss or talk to her over the phone at any time. She was ALWAYS available. I was really happy with my outcome and her great work! Hands down one of the best family lawyers out there! You wont regret it!”- Karent A.
