A Modification of Physical Custody requests that a judge change where a child lives. It is also referred to as a Modification of Residential Custody. Modification of Physical Custody Lawyer – Fairfield and Stamford The judge must first decide whether there has been a “substantial change in circumstances” since the last custody order. …
A Connecticut modification of sole custody can occur based on a child’s educational performance. Connecticut judges take a child’s education seriously. So if a child misses too much school when with one parent the other parent can be awarded sole custody as part of a Motion for Modification. That’s just what happened in a recent…
Sometimes after a divorce, a parent feels that the custody order is not working for their child. When this happens, a Motion for Modification of Custody may be filed. For a Motion for Modification of custody to be granted, the judge must make two findings: 1. A modification involves an initial determination as to whether…
There are two standards in Connecticut for relocating with children depending on the stage of the case. At the time a divorce is entered, a parent may leave Connecticut and relocate with the child if a judge finds that such a move is in the child’s best interest. When a custodial parent seeks to relocate…
To change a custody order in Connecticut, a Motion for Modification must be filed. First, the judge must determine whether there has been a “substantial change in circumstances” since the time of the last custody order. If there has been, then the judge can modify custody. In making new custody orders, the judge will consider…