Custody Modifications

Changing child custody/parenting plan arrangements can have a huge impact on the life of a child. The Georgia courts look at a number of factors when determining if a child custody modification will positively affect a child:

•  Stability of each parent
• Employment schedule of each parent
• A child's emotional ties with each parent
• Presence or absence of a support unit (including family, friends, etc.)
• Capacity to provide food, clothing, medical care, education, day-to-day needs
• Willingness of one parent to encourage a close relationship with other parent
• Each parent's past performance indicative of future performance

Just as these factors can help to determine if a child's best interests will be met in a child custody modification, there are a few factors that can hurt a child custody case:

•  A history of family violence or child abuse
• A criminal record
• Substance abuse/drug use
• Mental illness

Child support laws are complex. If you are going through a divorce or separation, it's important to work with an attorney who thoroughly understands these laws and can provide you with the counsel and guidance you need both in and out of court. At The Gunn Firm, your attorney will review your financial situation, and make sure you are paying the right amount of support in accordance with the law. If your child's parent was ordered to pay child support to you but has failed to do so, we can help you get the child support order reinforced. In addition, if there has been an unexpected change in circumstances, The Gunn Firm can represent you at a modification hearing. Above all, The Gunn Firm is dedicated to protecting your rights and making sure your case is resolved in a manner that suites your specific needs.

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We are dedicated to providing families throughout Cobb, Fulton, Cherokee and Paulding counties in Georgia with the superior representation they need. This includes the cities of, Atlanta, Acworth, Kennesaw, Marietta, Smyrna, Woodstock, Canton, Roswell, East Cobb, West Cobb, Holly Springs, Austell, Powder Springs, Dallas, Hiram and others. Call us now to discuss your case at 404-969-4505.