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Can I Modify My Divorce Settlement?

October 31, 2022 By Paula Lock Smyth

Divorce Settlement

Divorcing couples often ask if they will later be able to modify the terms of their settlement agreement. The answer is not an easy one and is both yes and no, depending on what portion or portions of the order the person wants to modify. Petition to Modify Only the court can issue an order modifying the terms of a divorce decree. If you need a modification, you must file a petition with the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Blog, Collaborative Divorce, Divorce Tagged With: collaborative law, Divorce Settlement, Modifications, property division

Experienced counsel can help with child support modifications

February 12, 2016 By legal staff - W.C.

One of the most basic responsibilities that come hand in hand with being a parent is providing for one’s children. As many Dallas parents can attest to, being there emotionally, financially and physically for a child is difficult enough in today’s fast-paced world when parents are married-when they decide to end a marriage it may become even more difficult. Parents try to, and if they cannot, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Divorce Tagged With: child support, Modifications

Agreement modification for child support in Texas

January 28, 2016 By legal staff - W.C.

If a couple has divorced and they have children, one of the most important aspects of the agreement is child support.  When the proceeding is completed, there will be an amount that must be paid from the supporting parent to the custodial parent.  If this is not paid, the supporting parent will face legal issues that can have a wide-ranging influence on his or her life.  In some … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Divorce Tagged With: child support, divorce in Texas, Modifications, Texas

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