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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