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. Second, if there has been a “substantial change in circumstances”, then the judge can modify custody. In making new…