Child Custody & Support

Divorce is difficult but the related issues of child custody and support can be even more stressful and emotionally challenging. Primary physical placement and parenting time (formerly known as visitation) can be negotiated between the parties, or through court-ordered mediation if the parties cannot come to an agreement. Numerous factors are considered when determining placement of a child, and each family situation is unique. Attorney Laurie Durfee is committed to helping you make the right choices and dedicated to standing up for your rights!

Regarding child support, the Rhode Island Family Court uses detailed child support guidelines to determine the amount of child support the non-custodial parent must contribute to help adequately provide for the child’s needs. Again, Attorney Durfee is diligent and careful when applying the guidelines to insure obligations are equitable.