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(801) 254-9450 (801) 254-9450 Following a divorce or custody proceeding, the court issues a final order that details how parents must divide custody of their child and the visitation rights of each parent. However, the circumstances surrounding the child could change over time, making it necessary to amend the court order.
Changes in a child’s best interest in South Jordan are often the catalyst for modifying this agreement. At Carr | Woodall, our child custody modification attorneys could advise you on whether there are viable grounds for a modified custody order.
In South Jordan and throughout the state, the standard of best interest of the child guides custody decisions and any subsequent modifications. This legal principle ensures that the child’s physical, emotional, and developmental needs are prioritized when courts make or modify custody arrangements.
As children grow, circumstances shift, or one parent’s situation significantly improves or declines, the situation that meets their best interests may also change. That is why custody orders are not permanent and may be modified if a parent shows that a substantial change has affected the child’s welfare.
Whether you are seeking a modification or responding to one, understanding the application of this standard is essential. Our lawyers could help you present a clear case that supports your child’s long-term interests under this important benchmark.
When there are changes in a child’s best interests, judges in South Jordan have the power to order modifications to an existing court order. Judges may only agree to consider modifying the terms of a custody order under specific circumstances, as there must be evidence of a substantial change in the child’s needs or interests. However, they will not consider a modification without one or both parents filing a petition with the court.
Judges examine a wide range of factors to determine the outcome that will most benefit the child’s well-being, including the child’s relationship with each parent, the stability of each home environment, and each parent’s ability to meet the child’s needs. Minor shifts in preferences or needs may not be enough to trigger a modification.
In many situations, one party’s request to alter the terms of a parenting or visitation schedule is met with hostility from the other party. While changes in a South Jordan child’s best interests may lead to conflict, there are times when both parents acknowledge the need to amend the current agreement.
Having both sides in agreement can be helpful, but it does not guarantee the court will sign off. A judge must always act in the best interest of the child, even if it contradicts what both parents want. However, the courts typically agree to modifications when both parties are in favor.
Changes in a child’s best interest in South Jordan could be grounds for making modifications to an existing custody order. We could advise you of your rights and protect you from harmful misunderstandings. Contact Carr | Woodall today to learn more.