Divorce Lawyer in Salem, Massachusetts
Extensive Experience Handling Post-Judgment Modification Issues
If your divorce is final, but a change in circumstances involving a child or parent makes it difficult or impossible to comply with existing custody, visitation or support orders, you can ask the court to modify the terms of your divorce decree. You want an experienced attorney to guide you through this process, one who has successfully helped others in similar situations.
At the office of attorney Jon T. Skerry, we bring over 30 years of experience to men and women involved in divorce and family law matters, including requests for modification of existing child custody, visitation, support or alimony decrees. We built our successful practice on a commitment to provide expedient, efficient and cost-conscious representation to individuals throughout Greater Boston and the North Shore. To arrange a free initial consultation, contact our office online or call us at 978-607-0098 (toll-free at 888-332-1469).
Helping You When Family Situations Change
We represent custodial and non-custodial parents in proceedings to modify child custody, visitation and support agreements. We also handle requests for modification of alimony or spousal support orders.
To modify an existing divorce decree in Massachusetts, there must be a material change in the circumstances of one of the parties. This can take many forms:
- A parent experiences a significant gain or loss in income
- A parent is required to change shifts at work, to take a new job with different hours, or relocate for work
- A parent is unable to work because of injury or illness
- A child is no longer entitled to support based on their age
- The child has started college and need funds for tuition
- The minor child has requested a change in custody
- A parent has substance abuse problems
If you seek a divorce modification that involves minor children, any change you seek must be in the best interests of the child. We will help you identify the needs of your child and help you frame your requests in ways that demonstrate to the court that you are placing a priority on the needs of your child.
Contact Our Office
Contact us online or call our office at 978-607-0098 (toll-free at 888-332-1469) to schedule a free initial consultation. We meet with clients Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. until 5 p.m. Evening and weekend appointments are available upon request. Our office is conveniently located near the Salem District Court, the Essex Superior Court and the Essex Probate Court, in downtown Salem. Home and office visits can be arranged.