West Palm Beach Athlete Custody And Support Modification Attorneys
When a trade, a contract or an injury changes everything, the order you once agreed to can put you at a disadvantage with your own children. Rudolph & Associates LLC, represents professional athletes in the NFL, NBA and beyond. We bring over 160 years of combined experience and the discretion your situation demands. Your family matters stay private, and you stay in control of your story.
Navigating A Florida Custody Modification As A Professional Athlete
Florida courts require a showing of a substantial change in circumstances before a judge will modify a parenting plan. For you, that can mean a trade, a new contract or a significant shift in your schedule. The change must be substantial, material, permanent and not anticipated when the court issued the original order.
Working with an attorney who knows athletes gives you a distinct advantage. We protect your reputation by managing every case with full discretion.
Understanding How Child Support Modifications Work In Florida
A court can modify Florida child support orders when a substantial change in circumstances occurs. As an athlete, your income can shift dramatically based on contracts, bonuses, injuries or trades. Courts focus on your current income and earning capacity, not just what you earned in prior seasons.
Qualifying circumstances for a modification in Florida may include:
- A significant increase or decrease in income
- A new or renegotiated player contract
- A career-ending or season-ending injury
- A trade, release or retirement
- A change in the child’s financial needs
- A change in your time-sharing arrangement
We evaluate your situation fully and act quickly to protect your interests.
Can A Support Arrangement Be Modified If An Athlete Retires?
Yes, as a retired athlete, you can petition the court to modify your child support order in Florida. Support orders reflect your earning capacity at the time a court issues them, but voluntary retirement may be closely examined. When retirement brings a lasting reduction in income, you can seek a downward modification.
Speak To A Trusted Florida Modification Lawyer Today
When your career changes, your legal strategy needs to change with it. Rudolph & Associates LLC, has multiple board-certified family law attorneys, including named partner Howard Rudolph, who practices exclusively in family law and delivers the results you need. Call our office at [561] 655-1901 or reach out to us online to get started.