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Family Law - Child & Spousal Support
Connecticut Child Support Guidelines
Child support in Connecticut is among the highest of all the states.
The amount of support received or to be paid is dependent on such factors
as the gross income of both parents, any timeshare and other custodial
considerations, certain deductions and whether a parent has children
from a prior relationship. Consideration is also given to the parent
who claims the dependent child for federal exemption on taxes.
Two Important Aspects of Spousal Support
When we talk about Alimony or Spousal Support at Greene Law, P.C.,
we refer to two points of support. The initial Spousal Support order
is a request made by filing a motion in the court to obtain temporary
support. This support is meant to address financial matters throughout
the course of the divorce case or separation. It is aimed at helping
the receiving spouse maintain the status quo financially.
The second part of spousal support has to do with permanent support
at the end of the case. This amount is determined by the Family Code
section which outlines several factors. These include:
- The length of the marriage
- The age and health of both parties
- The ability of the supported spouse to find employment without it interfering
with the raising of children
- Tax consequences
- Any criminal history on the part of either party
- Anything the court deems an important factor
The attorneys of Greene Law, P.C. will sit with you and help you gather
the necessary information to make sure the final support amount is
accurate. We will also explore the possibility of lifetime Spousal Support
depending on the duration of your marriage.
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