Columbus Attorneys for Modification of Existing Court Orders
"The only constant is change."
— Heraclitus
When your family faces change, Edward F. Whipps & Associates can help you change court orders to better suit your needs. Our Columbus area law offices focus exclusively on family law issues and modifications are handled by our experienced lawyers.
- Child custody and visitation modifications: Child custody and visitation modifications are often needed as children grow older. Their educational and social needs change and with them, schedules that work for visitation.
- Child support modifications: Ohio courts usually grant child support modification if there is a substantial change in circumstances. This may include the death of a child, the child becoming an adult or the addition of a new child into the family. Child support modifications may also be granted when the incomes of the parents change significantly.
Anticipating Change
At Edward F. Whipps & Associates, we often help families anticipate potential changes before they lead to conflict. When we handle a divorce, we talk to our clients about issues they anticipate. We can then build those issues into provisions in the divorce decree so that it is easy to make — or prevent — modification of existing court orders in the future.
Parental Relocation Out of Ohio
Our law firm handles matters of interstate and international child custody. These matters can be complex, often involving the laws of several states or countries as well as international treaties, like the Hague Convention. If you or another parent is contemplating a move out of the state of Ohio, consult with Edward F. Whipps & Associates before taking action.
In Ohio, courts consider a series of factors when determining the right of a parent to move away from the state. These factors may include the reason or necessity for the move and the practical logistics necessary for the child to see and maintain a close relationship with the other parent. Ultimately, the best interests of the child should prevail, but a strong advocate for your position is important.
Moving without court permission can have a negative effect on child custody. If you or another parent is contemplating a move out of the state of Ohio, consult with Edward F. Whipps & Associates before taking action. We will help you navigate the court system.
Contact Edward F. Whipps & Associates
When a court order must be changed or when circumstances take you out of state, turn to Edward F. Whipps & Associates for personal attention from a lawyer experienced in family, matrimonial and domestic relations law. Contact our law firm by calling our Columbus law office at 614-461-6006 or our Dublin law office at 614-461-6007 to schedule an in-depth consultation.
