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Modifying Custody Options With A Georgia Child Custody Modification Lawyer

Life changes after a divorce or separation. Your original court order might no longer fit your family situation. Attorney D. Charles “Charlie” Fulcher can help you petition the court to modify an existing custody or visitation order.

At his law firm, D. Charles Fulcher, Attorney at Law, LLC, Charlie serves the people of Pickens County and the surrounding areas. He has provided straightforward, honest counsel for Georgia families since 2006. He uses alternative dispute resolution when negotiation serves you best, but his focus on litigation means that you always have a strong ally prepared to represent you in court.

When Can I Modify A Custody Order In Georgia?

Parents can modify an existing child custody order out of court if they both agree to the new terms. If they do not, you must file a petition with the court. Under Georgia Statute O.C.G.A. Section 19-9-3, you must show a material change in circumstances before the court will grant a modification. Some examples of material changes in circumstances that may justify a custody order modification include:

  • Substance abuse or severe mental illness
  • Domestic abuse
  • Significant change in the child’s educational or medical needs
  • Relocation that disrupts the current visitation schedule
  • The stated preference of a child aged 14 or older

In some cases, the court will grant an emergency modification to protect the child from immediate harm.

Charlie can determine if your circumstances meet the legal requirements. He uses his experience as a family law attorney to build a well-supported case to show exactly how life has changed.

Can A Parent Relocate After The Court Enters A Custody Order?

While parents do have the right to relocate, moving a substantial distance away usually requires a formal parenting plan modification. Whether you are trying to move or you need to prevent your child’s other parent from relocating, you will need an experienced child custody lawyer. As a child custody modification lawyer, Charlie will take steps to make sure that the judge understands how the move might affect your child.

Discuss Your Rights With A Jasper Child Custody Modification Attorney

D. Charles Fulcher, Attorney at Law, LLC, handles post-divorce modification and custody enforcement cases with care. Please contact his office today for a confidential initial consultation about the modification of custody. To start, please call 706-314-8068 or send him an email.