Helping North Carolina parents adjust custody arrangements when life changes.
Custody orders aren’t always permanent. When circumstances shift, whether due to schedule changes, relocation, safety concerns, or evolving needs, an existing custody plan may no longer fit your child’s best interests. Our North Carolina Child Custody Attorneys at Martine Law guide you through modifying your custody order with clarity, strategy, and care. We help you understand your options, gather the right evidence, and pursue a plan that better supports your child’s stability and well-being.
Our Services
We offer complete support for parents seeking to update or challenge custody arrangements:
- Filing and Responding to Custody Modification Requests
- Adjusting Legal or Physical Custody
- Updating Parenting Time Schedules
- Emergency Custody Modifications
- Relocation-Related Custody Changes
- Court Representation for Contested Cases
- Negotiation and Mediation Support
What Sets Us Apart
You receive steady guidance, strategic direction, and strong advocacy through every stage of the modification process:
Seasoned Legal Insight
Experienced North Carolina Child Custody Attorneys who understand what courts look for in modification requests.
Family-Focused Approach
We center every recommendation on your child’s long-term stability and well-being.
Solutions Built for Your Life
Plans tailored to new work schedules, relocations, safety concerns, or changing family dynamics.
Clear, Ongoing Communication
You stay informed at every step with practical guidance you can rely on.
Popular questions
Reach out to our North Carolina Child Custody Attorneys for answers, guidance, and support as you navigate custody changes.
When can a custody order be modified?
A custody order can be changed when there is a significant change in circumstances affecting your child’s well-being or stability.
What qualifies as a “substantial change” in North Carolina?
Examples include relocation, changes in a parent’s job or schedule, safety concerns, health issues, or significant changes in the child’s needs.
Can parenting time be modified without changing custody?
Yes. You can request updates to the parenting schedule even if legal or physical custody remains the same.
How long does a modification take?
Timelines vary depending on whether the case is agreed upon, mediated, or litigated.
Do both parents need to agree to change custody?
No. One parent can request a modification, and the court will decide based on the child’s best interests.
Should I hire an attorney for custody modifications?
Working with a North Carolina Child Custody Attorney helps you build a strong case, avoid mistakes, and protect your rights.
Schedule your consultation today!
Our team will answer your questions and talk you through potential next steps.
