Modifications
A divorce may need post-decree modifications and updates
Post-Divorce Modifications in San Francisco & the Bay Area
Helping You Adapt to Life’s Changes After Divorce
Life doesn’t stand still after a divorce. Jobs change, people relocate, and children grow — and the agreements that once made sense for your family may no longer fit your current circumstances. When significant changes occur, California courts may allow you to modify an existing divorce judgment or family law order. At Holstrom, Block & Parke, APLC, our San Francisco family law attorneys help clients across the Bay Area request, negotiate, and litigate post-divorce modifications. With over 300 years of collective legal experience and multiple Certified Family Law Specialists, our team provides knowledgeable, strategic representation to help ensure your orders reflect your family’s evolving needs.
When Can a Court Order Be Modified?
A modification is a legal request to change an existing divorce-related order — such as child custody, visitation, child support, or spousal support. Courts will only approve a modification if you can show a significant change in circumstances that affects one or more parties’ ability to comply with the original agreement.
Examples of qualifying changes include:
- A parent’s relocation to a new city or state
- A job loss or major income change
- A change in a child’s needs, schooling, or medical requirements
- A parent’s remarriage or new family obligations
- Serious health or mental health changes affecting either parent or child
Preference alone — such as simply wanting a different schedule — is usually not enough. Courts focus on whether the proposed change is in the best interest of the child or reflects a substantial shift in financial circumstances.
Common Post-Divorce Modifications We Handle
Our Bay Area family law team regularly assists clients with requests to modify:
- Child custody and visitation orders
- Child support obligations
- Spousal support (alimony)
- Parenting schedules and holiday arrangements
We can also assist when the other party is violating an existing court order, helping you pursue enforcement or contempt actions as needed.
Legal Help for Bay Area Families After Divorce
At Holstrom, Block & Parke, we understand that family life can change quickly. Our attorneys work to find practical, family-focused solutions through negotiation or mediation whenever possible — but we are also fully prepared to represent you in court if necessary. We proudly serve clients throughout San Francisco, Alameda, Marin, Contra Costa, San Mateo, and surrounding Bay Area counties, helping families move forward with stability and confidence. Contact our San Francisco post-divorce modification attorneys today to schedule a confidential consultation and learn whether a modification may be right for your situation.
