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5 Important Factors a Judge Will Look at When Deciding Child Custody in CT│ Heidi Opinsky Law

Child Custody in CT is Decided by the Court, Based on Several Important Factors When going through a divorce, one of the main factors that require consolidation is the custody of the children. Such matters are very sensitive and often lead to long and grueling legal brawls since both parents often believe they alone have the right to be the…

5 Tips to Prepare for Divorce in NY│ Heidi Opinsky Law

Making the Right Choices Early-On Can Make the Divorce Process Smoother Research shows that adults who undergo divorce have a greater chance of developing anxiety, depression, and substance abuse when compared to their married peers. (1) Divorce can take a serious emotional and financial toll on the separating parties. It’s common for divorce to be difficult. However, there are certain…

A Closer Look at Parental Alienation: What it is and How to Address it in Custody Cases│ Heidi Opinsky Law

Have you been alienated from your child? Here’s what you need to know In New York, parental alienation is not explicitly recognized as a legal term or grounds for a claim. However, it can still be a factor that a court considers when making custody and visitation decisions. Parental alienation is a situation where one parent tries to turn a…

Child Support Lawyers

Child Support Lawyers Serving Fairfield, CT; Manhattan, NY; All of New York and Connecticut When a couple has made the difficult decision to get a divorce, one of the biggest concerns is maintaining the quality of life their children always have enjoyed after they have terminated their relationship and started two separate households. In order to do this, the courts…

Can Child Support Be Modified After a Divorce in CT? What to Know About Child Support Modification In CT

When a judge orders child support, both parents are legally obligated to abide by the terms of the order. However, if your financial circumstances change, the initial child support order may become ineffective or inappropriate. You can’t just quit paying child support or lower your payment.  What you need to do instead is file a request for a Post-Judgment Modification.…

Child Support After Divorce (Podcast)

In this podcast, Heidi Opinsky talks with Jon Maher about child support. She explains the factors that determine the amount of child support payments and how long child support lasts. Then, she outlines how parents can modify their child support arrangements. John Maher: Hi, I’m John Maher. I’m here today with Heidi Opinsky. Heidi is a divorce and child custody…

Child Custody Lawyers

Child Custody Law Firm Serving Fairfield, CT; Manhattan, NY; All of New York and Connecticut A child custody lawyer can be a valuable asset to you during your divorce or separation. One of the most difficult parts of ending a marriage is deciding what is in the best interests of the children. This includes making determinations about legal and physical…