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At some point after the entry of an Indiana child custody, parenting time, or child support order, life circumstances can change, prompting one or both parents to seek a modification. Whether it’s a change in income, a shift in work schedules, or a move to a new location, these changes may no longer align with the best interests of the child or the family’s situation. At Langer & Langer, our experienced Indiana Child Custody & Support Modification Attorneys are here to provide compassionate, expert legal guidance every step of the way. We help parents navigate the legal process of modifying child custody agreements, child support modifications, family law order modifications, and parenting time changes.

Whether you need assistance with filing a petition to modify custody in Indiana, enforcing child support, or modifying paternity, our dedicated team is ready to guide you through the complex legal landscape. We are committed to protecting your rights and ensuring the best possible outcome for you and your child. At Langer & Langer, we provide personalized, client-centered legal representation in family law matters to ensure that your needs are met with care and professionalism.

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Considerations When Modifying Custody And Parenting Time Orders

A Court may modify legal and/or physical custody when the modification is in the best interests of the child and there has been a substantial change in one or more of the factors impacting a child’s best interest. Some of the factors are:

  • The age and sex of the child
  • The wishes of the child’s parent or parents
  • The wishes of the child, with more consideration given to the child’s wishes if the child is at least fourteen (14) years of age
  • The interaction and interrelationship of the child with the child’s parent or parents, sibling and any other person who may significantly affect the child’s best interests
  • The child’s adjustment to the child’s home, school and community
  • The mental and physical health of all individuals involved
  • Evidence of a pattern of domestic or family violence by either parent
  • The legal status of the child’s parentage

A Court may modify parenting time whenever it would serve the best interests of the child. Many changes to family life can necessitate a modification to the existing parenting time plan, including but not limited to changes to a parent’s work schedule, a relocation of a parent, and a change to the mental or physical health of a child or parent. The parties can work together through settlement negotiations or mediation to discuss what modifications to the parenting time plan may be in their child’s best interest.

Modification Of Child Support

A Court may modify child support if either parent can show a significant and lasting change in circumstances, which makes the current agreement unreasonable. If more than 12 months have passed since the last child support order was entered, the Court may also modify child support upon showing that a party has been ordered to pay an amount that differs by more than twenty percent from the amount that would be ordered by applying the child support guidelines.

As the child ages and prepares for higher education, one parent can also petition the Court to require the other parent to contribute to the child’s college-related expenses.

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Whether you are the parent who is seeking modification of an existing order or the parent defending against modification of an existing order, the attorneys at Langer & Langer will approach your family law matter with attention to detail and compassion. They have extensive experience and knowledge in handling modification actions and can be sure your interests are protected as you navigate the legal system.

Our firm is based in Valparaiso and provides family law representation throughout Porter and LaPorte Counties. To schedule a consultation, you can contact us online or call 219-464-3246.

FAQs about Indiana Family Law Modifications

You can request a modification of child support in Indiana whenever there is a substantial change in circumstances, such as a significant change in income, the child’s needs, or a change in parenting time. Typically, you must wait at least 12 months before requesting a modification, but this may vary depending on the situation.

In Indiana, custody modifications are typically requested when there has been a substantial change in circumstances that affects the child’s best interests. Grounds for modification may include a parent’s relocation, changes in the child’s needs, or concerns about a parent’s ability to provide a stable home environment. The court will consider the child’s best interests above all else.

You can request a custody or child support modification in Indiana when there is a significant change in circumstances affecting the child’s welfare or financial needs. This may include a change in income, a shift in parenting time, or any event that impacts the child’s best interests.

While you are not required to hire an attorney to modify custody or support in Indiana, it is highly recommended. An experienced Indiana Child Custody & Child Support Modification Attorney helps ensure that all necessary paperwork is filed correctly, represents your interests in court, and increases your chances of achieving a favorable outcome.

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