Life doesn’t stay the same after divorce. Jobs change, kids get older, people move, and sometimes the court orders that worked in the beginning just don’t make sense anymore. When that happens, it’s time to consider a modification.
At Brandi Wolfe Law, we help clients request updates to custody, child support, and spousal support orders—without restarting the entire case from scratch.
When Can You Request a Modification?
Texas law allows you to seek a modification when there’s been a “material and substantial change” in circumstances. That could mean:
- A parent has moved or plans to relocate
- Income has significantly increased or decreased
- A child’s needs have changed (schooling, health, etc.)
- A parent isn’t following the current order
- There are concerns about a child’s safety or well-being
Some changes happen gradually. Others happen overnight. Either way, the court needs proof and a clear reason to make an adjustment.
What Can Be Modified?
We handle modification cases involving:
- Child custody and parenting time
- Child support amounts
- Geographic restrictions
- Decision-making rights (education, medical, etc.)
- Spousal support orders
If your original divorce involved any of these issues, take a look at our pages on Child Custody, Child Support, or Spousal Support to see how they’re handled in the context of a full case.
Avoiding Mistakes That Delay or Hurt Your Case
A lot of people wait too long to request a modification. Others try to make informal agreements with their ex, only to find that the court doesn’t honor them.
We help you:
- Decide if a change is legally justified
- Gather evidence and documentation
- File the right paperwork with the right court
- Negotiate changes without unnecessary conflict
- Defend against bad-faith modification requests
If your co-parent is suddenly demanding more time, less support, or major changes with no warning, it may be a sign of deeper conflict. Visit our Contested Divorce page to learn how we deal with escalating situations.
Start Fresh Without Starting Over
You don’t have to live with an order that no longer fits your life. And you don’t have to go through a full-blown court battle just to fix what’s outdated.
Call (210) 571-0400 or book a free consultation about modifications. We’ll help you take the next step with confidence.