If you’ve ever gone through a less-than amicable divorce, the last thing that you want to dredge up are the old arguments. However when lifestyle circumstances change, sometimes the only option is to look at trying to adjust the divorce decree to meet the needs of your current circumstances. Here are some circumstances that would warrant a change:
Adjustments in Income: Two years ago, you may have been working for that start-up company that earned you a six-figure income, and your divorce decree reflected that. But this year, that start-up has ended down in red tape, and as a result, you were laid off. This is the most common reason for getting an adjustment in the decree.
Custody and Visitation: If there are children involved, there could be adjusted circumstances for custody and visitation. If the other spouse in custody has medical, substance abuse, or other issues, it may be time to adjust custody or visitation.
Disagreements in the Original Term: Not everyone feels comfortable with the terms first laid out in a divorce decree. Yet many people opt for settlement just to stop the constant bickering. When cooler heads prevail, it may be time to consider adjusting the divorce decree to better suit your needs.
Regardless of whatever changes you and your ex agree to, it is important to draw up new papers and file them with the courts to ensure that they are enforced. For more on modification order in San Diego, click here.
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