Columbus, OH Post-Decree Lawyers
If your former spouse has violated your divorce decree, or your circumstances have changed, you need an experienced attorney for post-decree enforcement or modification. Don’t let your ex-spouse take advantage of you.
Post-decree matters arise when issues develop after a divorce or dissolution has been finalized. Life doesn’t stop when a judge signs a decree: jobs change, people relocate, children grow, and sometimes one party simply stops following the court’s orders.
Ohio law provides mechanisms to address these changes through either modifications (changing the terms of the original order) or enforcement actions (compelling compliance with existing orders). For example, custody modifications are governed by Ohio Revised Code Section 3109.04, while spousal support modifications fall under Ohio Revised Code Section 3105.18 Borshchak Law Group handles both types of post-decree matters in Columbus.
If your former spouse is violating the terms of your divorce decree, time matters. The longer violations go unaddressed, the harder they can be to remedy. Contact an attorney as soon as you recognize a problem.
A divorce decree is a court order. When your former spouse fails to comply with custody schedules, support payments, or property transfers, you have legal options. Our attorneys help you hold them accountable and protect your rights.
Post-decree matters can involve any aspect of your original divorce agreement. Tap each category to learn more about how we can help.
Circumstances change after divorce. If you or your former spouse has relocated, remarried, or experienced a shift in work schedule, the original custody arrangement may no longer serve your child’s best interests. Under Ohio Revised Code Section 3109.04(E), Ohio courts allow modifications when there is a substantial change in circumstances. Our attorneys will help you document the changes and present a compelling case to the court.
A sudden loss of assets, change in employment, or remarriage of the receiving spouse can warrant a modification to spousal support. Under Ohio Revised Code Section 3105.18(E), the original decree must allow for future modification for the court to consider changes. Our attorneys will review your decree’s language, assess whether your circumstances qualify, and advocate for a fair adjustment that reflects your current reality.
Changes the terms of the original court order to reflect new circumstances.
Compels compliance with the existing court order as written.
When a substantial change in circumstances has occurred (job loss, relocation, remarriage).
When your former spouse is violating or ignoring the existing court order.
Must prove a 'change in circumstances' that justifies altering the order.
Must prove the other party is willfully not complying with the order.
Revised custody schedule, adjusted support amounts, or updated property terms.
Contempt findings, fines, wage garnishment, jail time, or attorney fee awards.
You worked hard to reach a reasonable agreement during your divorce. Whether your former spouse is ignoring custody schedules, falling behind on support, or refusing to transfer property, our attorneys will fight to enforce your rights.
If your own circumstances have changed and you need to modify the original terms, we can help you build a strong case for the court. Either way, acting quickly is essential to protecting your interests and your children’s well-being.
Post-decree modifications protect your rights as circumstances evolve. Call us for a free consultation.