When Court Orders Fall Short or Are Disregarded – Jackson Modification Contempt Lawyer

Our Mississippi law firm is founded on trying to reach amicable agreements that prevent unnecessary animosity and conflict.  Our supportive problem solving approach is designed to reach amicable settlement of issues like property division, child custody, alimony and other matters.  Well thought out amicable solutions decrease the risk that you will be forced to repeatedly be compelled to return to court to modify or compel compliance with existing orders.  Unfortunately, unanticipated events, uncooperative parties and other circumstances can necessitate post-judgment proceedings.

Family Law Modifications in Jackson

Mississippi Child Custody Modification

After a judgment in your divorce or paternity case, the process of changing child custody orders, separate maintenance or child support can be challenging.  Jackson alimony modification attorney William Kellum III often hears from clients that futilely attempt to modify alimony or child custody without an attorney.  Our first priority when we talk to clients seeking a modification is to evaluate their situation to determine if modification is a viable option.  Judge’s favor stable child custody arrangements that prevent kids from constantly being forced to adapt to a new living situation.  Whether the issue is child custody, alimony or child support, the court will not consider a change without a substantial change in circumstances.  Mr. Kellum offers a free consultation so that he can provide a candid assessment on the viability of seeking a modification.

A change of circumstances that might justify a change in custody or visitation orders might include:

• Relocation of custodial parent
• Substance abuse issues involving either party
• Child exhibiting significant emotional, academic, health issues
• Allegations of child abuse against either parent
• Incapacity of either parent to exercise his or her custodial rights

Modification of Child Support in Mississippi

If the court determines that child custody should be modified, a significant change also will result in recalculation of child support based on the Mississippi child support guidelines.  Child support may also be modified if either party has experienced a substantial change in income.

Modification of Separate Maintenance in Jackson

Separate maintenance (alimony) can also be modified based on a substantial change in circumstances, which may include but is not limited to the following:

• Substantial increase in the income of either party
• Cohabitation by the recipient spouse
• Unanticipated disability through injury or illness of either spouse

Enforcement of Family Law Orders

If you are struggling to get the other parent to comply with child custody orders or to cooperate in listing a family residence for sale, Mississippi family law contempt attorney William Kellum III might be able to file a contempt proceeding against the other parent.  While Mr. Kellum typically will attempt to contact the other party and resolve the matter without court action, the court can impose penalties including an attorney fee award if the other party refuses to comply with the orders in your family law case.  The court may utilize especially aggressive enforcement tools in child support matters that include incarceration, driver’s license suspension, wage garnishments, bank account levies and other enforcement procedures.

If you need legal assistance in obtaining modification or enforcement of child support, alimony, child custody or other family court orders, Jackson family law attorney William S. Kellum III represents clients in Jackson, Brandon, Clinton, Canton, Brookhaven, Greenwood, Hattiesburg, Indianola, Madison, Meridian, Natchez, Pearl, Ridgeland, Vicksburg, Yazoo and other surrounding cities and areas.  We offer a free consultation so that we evaluate your situation and answer your questions so call us today at (601) 969-2709 or send us an email to schedule your initial consultation.