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Parenting doesn’t stop after a divorce; it often becomes even more complex. In this episode of A Walk in the Park, attorney Sina Mohajer from Mohajer Law Firm explains what happens with child custody and co-parenting arrangements after a divorce is finalized. If you’ve received a final judgment but your children are still young, this video is essential viewing.

Key Events
00:00 – What Happens After Divorce or Parentage Judgment?
00:20 – Does the Court Still Have Jurisdiction?
00:41 – When Can Custody or Visitation Be Changed?
01:03 – Post-Judgment Standard: Significant Change in Circumstances
01:37 – Common Reasons to Modify Custody
02:00 – Filing a Post-Judgment RFO
02:30 – Gathering Evidence and Presenting Your Case
02:51 – Court vs. Co-Parenting Agreements
03:16 – When the Court Makes the Final Call
03:30 – Talk to a Family Law Attorney for Guidance

Many parents ask: Does the court still have the power to change custody orders? The answer is yes. If your youngest child is under 18 (or under 19 and still in high school full-time), the court retains jurisdiction and can modify custody or visitation orders based on the circumstances.

But it’s not as simple as asking the judge for a new arrangement. Post-judgment custody modifications require proof of a significant change in circumstances. This critical legal standard must be met before the court even considers what’s in the child's best interest.

Examples of a significant change might include:
A major change in your work schedule
Relocating to a different city or state
Safety concerns (physical, emotional, or otherwise)
A co-parent’s inability to maintain the current schedule
Substance abuse or other serious issues

Once this change is proven, the court can re-evaluate what parenting plan best supports the child’s well-being.

In this video, Sina walks you through the legal process of filing a post-judgment RFO (Request for Order) to seek modification. You’ll learn what documents to file, how to build your case, and what kind of evidence matters in front of a family law judge.

He also discusses alternatives to court, including how co-parents can try to work things out privately to maintain more control over their children’s future. Going to court hands the decision over to a judge — but working together allows parents to decide what works best for their family.

Suppose you're a parent trying to protect your rights, create a better custody arrangement, or understand what comes next after divorce. In that case, this video is packed with practical insights and legal guidance.

📞 Need legal advice on modifying custody or visitation?
Contact Mohajer Law Firm to schedule a confidential 1-on-1 consultation.