Alimony Lawyer | Here to Protect Your Standard of Living

Whether you’re currently seeking alimony or you’re being asked to pay it, you shouldn’t proceed without a competent Connecticut divorce lawyer in your corner. The Law Offices of Eric R. Posmantier, LLC has successfully represented countless clients in both mediated and litigated divorces over the years, and we’re prepared to effectively represent you as well.

Factors Considered When Determining Alimony in Connecticut

The Connecticut family law system considers several factors when determining alimony, ensuring a fair assessment for both parties. Key considerations include:

Duration of Marriage: Longer marriages may result in longer alimony periods.
Financial Needs and Resources: This includes each party's income, assets, and liabilities.
Age and Health: Both parties' age and physical and emotional health are crucial factors.
Employability and Earning Capacity: Career sacrifices made during the marriage are considered.
Contribution to the Marriage: This includes homemaking, childcare, and financial support.

Different Types of Alimony in Connecticut

Connecticut recognizes two types of alimony, each with unique characteristics. They are:

Temporary Alimony: Awarded during the divorce process. Provides financial support until the final divorce decree.
Permanent Alimony: Granted in long-term marriages. Continues until a date certain or significant event, like retirement or death.

Circumstances That May Warrant Termination of or Modification to Alimony in CT

In the months or years after a divorce is finalized, it’s natural for things to change. Often, however, a significant change may render an existing alimony agreement unrealistic or no longer necessary. Fortunately, Connecticut courts recognize this, and allow individuals to update or terminate their alimony agreement under certain circumstances. Some scenarios that might warrant the termination of or modification to an alimony agreement include:

Remarriage: The recipient's remarriage often ends alimony.
Cohabitation: Living with a new partner can affect or end alimony.
Significant Income Changes: Either party's substantial income change can prompt a review.
Retirement: The payer's retirement is a common ground for modification.

Alimony & Mediation

Here at The Law Offices of Eric R. Posmantier, LLC, we emphasize the significance of mediation in resolving alimony disputes. Mediation, a cornerstone of our practice, offers a respectful, collaborative approach to determining alimony, distinct from the adversarial nature of litigation. This process allows both parties to maintain control over the outcome, encouraging them to work together to find a mutually beneficial solution. Our skilled mediators facilitate open, honest dialogue, ensuring that all voices are heard and respected.

In mediation, we address alimony with a focus on the future, not the past. Our aim is to create an environment where both parties can openly discuss their financial needs and expectations post-divorce. This forward-looking approach helps in developing a sustainable alimony agreement that considers the evolving financial situations of both parties. Mediation also offers the flexibility to tailor alimony agreements to the unique circumstances of each case, something that a court-driven process might not adequately address.

Moreover, mediation can be a more cost-effective and time-efficient method than traditional litigation. It reduces the financial and emotional stress often associated with divorce proceedings. Additionally, avoiding the unpredictability and public nature of court hearings, mediation ensures privacy and confidentiality, which is highly valued in sensitive family matters like alimony.

Our firm's experience in mediation extends to handling complex alimony issues, including high-asset divorces and unique income situations. We bring a depth of understanding and experience to the mediation table, guiding our clients toward agreements that are fair and equitable. Ultimately, our goal is to help our clients transition into their new lives post-divorce with financial security and peace of mind, achieved through a process that is dignified, respectful, and collaborative.

Contact an Alimony Lawyer Today

If you’re going through a divorce and have alimony concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact a seasoned Fairfield County alimony lawyer from The Law Offices of Eric R. Posmantier, LLC today. We are dedicated to safeguarding our clients’ needs and protecting their interests.