Child Support Lawyers in Stamford, CT

Strategic Legal Help for Parents in Westport & Statewide

Child support is a crucial issue for parents during divorce or in a post-divorce dispute. It relates directly to the cost of raising and educating children; it must meet their financial needs, regardless of the changes in family circumstances through a parental separation into two households. 

Establishing a fair child support arrangement is essential for your child’s well-being, stability, and predictability in your family’s future. Siegel, Colin, & Kaufman can guide parents through the complexities of child support with skill, discretion, and determination. 

Whether you seek to establish support, enforce an existing order, or address modifications due to changing circumstances, our attorneys provide thoughtful, strategic guidance. We understand the emotional and financial pressures parents face and are committed to protecting your interests while prioritizing your children's needs.

Drawing on 150+ years of combined experience, including partner Thomas D. Colin’s tenure as a Connecticut Superior Court Judge, our team understands how courts evaluate child support matters. We bring this insight to every case, helping you confidently navigate negotiations or litigation.

Call us at (203) 599-3413 or use our online contact form to book a confidential consultation with a Stamford child support attorney at Siegel, Colin, & Kaufman. We offer phone, office, and virtual appointments for your convenience. 

Understanding Child Support in Connecticut

Connecticut uses the Child Support Guidelines to calculate support. These guidelines are based on parents’ incomes, the number of children, and the children’s needs. They typically require the party that spends less time with the child to make payments to the “custodial” party, who has more parental time. Support generally continues until the child turns 18, or 19 if the child is still enrolled in high school.

However, the guidelines are not always definitive. High-income families, complex financial situations, and unique family circumstances often require a tailored approach. Our attorneys have extensive experience handling such cases. 

All relevant factors, such as the following, are carefully examined and considered: 

• A child’s special needs
• Parental medical or disability expenses
• Parenting costs
• Employment-related expenses
• Substantial assets or resources
• The division of marital property and debt
• Differences in income between parents
• The needs of other dependents