Memphis, TN family law attorney Daniel Loyd Taylor talks about the process for modifying a child custody agreement. He explains that modifying a custody arrangement involves a two-step analysis. First, there must be proof of a material and substantial change in circumstances. Examples include a parent being transferred to a new job or becoming ill and incapacitated. Establishing this change satisfies the initial burden of proof.

The second step requires demonstrating that modifying the custody arrangement is in the best interest of the child. Even when a significant change in circumstances is proven, the court will only alter custody if doing so clearly serves the child’s well-being.