Getting a divorce is a very complicated process, one that not only deals with the law, but also with your emotions. What is even more complicated about divorce is that after a while, things start to change. Perhaps you begin to get over your spouse's infidelity or perhaps your partner has gone to rehab and cleaned up their act. Whatever the case may be, sometimes the legal arrangements that you set up right after the divorce, are non longer worker, are too strict, or even too lax. One of the most common issues that divorcees wish to change is the state of custody for their children. Steps to Take If you want to change the legal custody so that you are partly responsible for the children of your marriage there are several steps that need to be followed: ' You must prove that there has been a significant change in your circumstances since the court reviewed your case ' Fill Paper work-You need to write a letter to the marshal, fill out a motion for modification, request an appearance, a request for leave, and a fee waive application ' Take all your completed paper work to the clerk's office in the correct order. Before you hand it in, make sure you have at least two copies of each form for your own records. ' Contact the Marshal in charge of your spouse's case, and have the paperwork given to your spouse, thus having them served. ' Have a court hearing in which you present your case. Make sure to be on time with your lawyer, any witnesses you might have, and all the appropriate paperwork. ' The court will then have you meet with Family Services, or a Family Service Officer to help both parties come to an agreement about custody. If you can come to an agreement, that is great, however, if some things are still in contention, then you must appear before a judge with your former spouse to state your case. ' It is then up to the judge to rule on your case, and up to them whether or not the custody orders should be changed. As daunting as this process may seem, it is important to make your children happy. Let them see the changes you have made, and help heal your life and theirs. If you would like more information on changing your custody orders, or need help finding representation, visit http://www.attorneysandlawyers4you.com/ today.
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