Guiding you through child support and spousal maintenance
The dissolution of a marriage brings forth significant decisions impacting your family’s future. Transitioning from one household to two raises crucial financial considerations. In my practice, I leverage my extensive experience and understanding of family law to assist you in securing the resources necessary for moving forward post-divorce, focusing on collaborative and mediation approaches rather than contentious battles.
Committed to your children’s future
Assisting you to create and maintain a stable environment in which your children can flourish is our priority. The home of each parent should be equipped to provide your children with everything necessary to healthily grow and learn. Both parents have an obligation to contribute to the everyday necessities, educational resources and health care of your children.
Child support is issued in order to ensure the continuing financial security of your children. Connecticut ascertains child support based on specific guidelines based on you and your spouse’s combined net income and any unique circumstances that may warrant deviation from standard guidelines.
We will look at your unique family situation and the specific needs of your children. If your children have particular health requirements or are on a distinguished education plan, we will work to affirm that these resources are still attainable through the aid of a child support award.
Supporting your financial transition
Divorce alters the lifestyle and routines established during marriage. Spousal maintenance or alimony may be crucial in maintaining the living standard you were accustomed to. Factors influencing spousal support considerations include:
- Length of marriage
- Health of each spouse
- Age of each spouse
- Current income amount
- Earning capacity of each spouse
- Vital needs of each spouse
As a family law attorney, I focus on educating and guiding my clients through the spousal support process. We will work together to determine how much alimony is necessary and the duration of which it will be collected. If you or your spouse have been a stay-at-home parent, we will create a plan with the goal of achieving financial independence post-divorce.
Assisting with post-judgment arrangements
Life’s constant changes can affect the arrangements set during your divorce, including property division, child support, alimony, and parenting schedules. These initial decisions are meant to allow your family to begin anew, but sometimes, unforeseen circumstances necessitate adjustments to your divorce decree. Leveraging over 30 years of family law practice experience, I skillfully guide clients through the process of seeking modifications and enforcing divorce decrees, with a focus on collaborative solutions over contentious disputes.
Experienced and committed to your family
If you are navigating divorce, seeking adjustments to existing child support or spousal maintenance agreements, or experiencing challenges with an ex-spouse not abiding by the terms of your divorce, I am here to provide experienced guidance. My commitment is to your family’s well-being, emphasizing collaborative solutions to foster amicable resolutions.
Contact me at our Westport-based office to discuss how we can achieve the best outcomes for your family.