Court orders in family law cases — whether governing time-sharing, alimony, or child support — are not intended to be permanent when circumstances change. Florida law allows for modification upon a showing of a substantial, material, and unanticipated change in circumstances. What qualifies depends on the specific order and the specific change: a significant increase or decrease in income may support a child support modification, while a parent's relocation or a demonstrated change in a child's needs may support a parenting plan modification.
Sunrise residents who believe their current court order no longer fits their family's circumstances should consult a family law attorney before taking unilateral action. Failing to follow an existing order while seeking a modification can have legal consequences that complicate the modification request. Brodzki Jacobs advises clients on when modification is legally supportable and represents them through the process in Broward County.
