Can you do a child support adjustment when you just had trial in may 2013

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i had income changes since our trial on may 7, 2013. Can i file a new child support adjustment?

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Thomas Creekpaum ·
Possibly, it depends on the language of the order of child support and if your change in income meets the standard of "a substantial change in circumstances." You should consult with a local attorney to help make this determination.
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Frank Labare ·
It's going to have to be a significant drop in income. I agree you should sit down with an experienced family law attorney and discuss your options. Generally, I have found court reluctant to change order that are less than a month old.
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Anneshia Miller GrantDivorce / Separation LawyerFairfax, VA ·
After only a few weeks, the change in income would have to be quite significant, and it would have to be through no fault of yours. The court may impute income to you if you are voluntarily unemployed or underemployed. Consult with a family law attorney about your facts.
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Rhonda Raulerson PortwoodAppeals LawyerInverness, FL ·
You can file a supplemental petition for modification of child support if you have substantial and material changes in circumstances warranting a modification of child support. The change cannot be a voluntary reduction in income. The answer to your question would depend on the alleged change in circumstances. Another thing to know is that the modification of child support can only begin on the date that you file your supplemental petition for modification of child support, and not before.
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