Post Decree Matters

Post Decree lawyers serving Akron

Serving Akron, Canton, Summit County, Portage and Medina, Ohio.

At Hoover Kacyon, LLC, we understand that life changes — and sometimes, the court orders that once worked no longer fit your family’s needs. Whether you're dealing with a relocation, changes in income, or new concerns about parenting time, post-decree matters are a normal part of life after divorce or dissolution.



Our attorneys work with clients across Summit, Portage, Medina, and Stark Counties to resolve custody modifications, child support changes, and parenting time disputes. We help parents and former spouses understand their legal options and advocate for practical, lasting solutions.

Modifying Custody and Parenting Agreements

Ohio law allows courts to modify custody and parenting plans until a child turns eighteen. That flexibility is important, because children grow, circumstances shift, and what once worked may no longer make sense. You may need to adjust the parenting schedule due to school changes, extracurricular activities, health issues, or a change in work hours. In other cases, a move, remarriage, or safety concern may prompt a request for full custody or a revised shared parenting plan.



Our attorneys help you determine whether your situation qualifies as a substantial change in circumstances, which is the legal threshold to reopen a custody case. We prepare motions, represent you in mediation or hearings, and advocate for a modified plan that reflects your child's best interests and your parenting goals.

Changing Child Support or Spousal Support

Support orders are based on financial circumstances at the time of divorce or dissolution. When those circumstances change — such as a job loss, income increase, change in insurance, or a child aging out of care — support orders may need to be updated. Either parent can ask the court to review and modify child support or spousal support, but documentation and timing are critical.



We evaluate whether a support change is appropriate and help you file the correct paperwork with the court. Our team also represents clients who need to enforce existing orders when the other party has failed to pay as required.

Enforcing or Challenging Existing Orders

Post-decree matters often involve enforcing agreements when the other party is not following the original terms. You may need legal help if your ex is withholding parenting time, failing to pay support, or violating shared decision-making agreements.



We assist clients with enforcement actions, including motions for contempt, and provide defense for clients who are facing similar accusations. Our attorneys take a practical, solutions-focused approach while standing firmly to protect your rights and your family’s stability.