Child Custody, Visitation & Support

Child Custody and Support Attorneys in Rhode Island

The lawyers and staff at McIntyre Tate & Lynch LLP provide individualized representation to clients that have child custody, visitation, and child support issues. Whether they occur within the context of a divorce or not, our firm can provide you with the information and guidance you need to effectively address the matters you are facing. We have the knowledge and capability of litigating these types of cases from the beginning through the appellate level if necessary.

Supportive and Dedicated Representation

We recognize that, like divorce, these are emotional and difficult issues for clients to deal with. We aim to be supportive advocates who assist clients through these complicated issues. Utilizing our over 100 years of combined family law experience, we take a team approach to handling our cases. We are especially sensitive to children in family law cases, and pursue resolutions that are not only in our client's best interests, but also in the best interests of the children. Contact us today to discuss child custody, support, and visitation issues with a member of our qualified team.

Child Custody and Visitation

Although custody matters can become very heated and complex, our firm strives to help clients reach an efficient and effective resolution that is in the best interests of the children. We can explain the different types of custody to clients, in order to ascertain what is best for their specific situation. Our firm also assists in establishing visitation agreements for clients that do not have custody.

Relocation is an issue that often occurs in child custody matters. We can work with attorneys in other states to help our clients make a smooth transition. Since a modification of the child custody order must be obtained in order for the relocation or parental move to be legal, our firm helps clients through the modification process. We also represent parents seeking to stop the other parent from relocating.

Child Support

In Rhode Island, child support is statutory. Since Rhode Island law sets the minimum amount of child support according to a formula, it is important that we use accurate information. Our lawyers can help you gather all essential financial information to bolster your case for more or less child support, depending on your individual situation. After the court enters a child support order, we can assist you with enforcement of the order if an ex-spouse is not paying according to the order's terms. We can also assist with obtaining modifications of a child support order. Modifications may be possible if circumstances have changed, such as a significant change in the income of the parent who is paying support.

Contact a child custody and support lawyer at McIntyre Tate & Lynch LLP today and learn how we can help you with a child custody or support matter.