Family Law Term

Modification

Definition

A request to change an existing court order due to a substantial change in circumstances: job loss, relocation, change in the child's needs, or new safety concerns.

Related terms

Marital Property
Assets acquired during the marriage, subject to equitable distribution. Includes homes, cars, retirement accounts, businesses, and debts. Excludes inheritances and pre-marital property (in most states).
Mediation
A process where a neutral third party helps parents reach agreements on custody, support, and property without going to trial. Voluntary or court-ordered. Less adversarial and less expensive than litigation.
Motion
A formal written request to the court asking for a specific ruling or order. Common motions include motions for custody, motions to modify support, and motions for contempt.
No-Contact Order
A court order prohibiting one party from contacting another by any means: phone, text, email, social media, or through third parties. Violation is a criminal offense.
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