When Experience Counts
Attorney Joyce Riccio has spent the last 30 years serving the Fairfield County and New Haven County communities in her Family Law legal practice. She has helped people reach successful, satisfying resolutions in countless Family Law matters. The importance of retaining an attorney who has the experience to fully understand all aspects of your legal issue(s) cannot be overstated. Joyce will meet with you for a complimentary 60-minute consultation to review your needs and help you to decide the best course of action. Attorney Riccio specializes in several areas of Family Law detailed below:
Divorce
Whether you are contemplating divorce, have already made a decision to divorce, or have been served with divorce papers by your spouse, you will need skillful and aggressive representation to help you navigate the legal process and explore your options. Sometimes the divorce process can be complex. Attorney Riccio has extensive experience negotiating and resolving complicated divorces such as high net worth, child custody issues, asset division, and alimony. Ending a marriage can be difficult but when you have an advocate who understands the legal requirements and all options available to you, there is a much greater probability of a peaceful resolution for both parties.
Post Judgment Contempt
Attorney Riccio can help you to pursue action if your former partner fails to comply with court orders.
Post Judgment Modification
There are many factors that can change in a person’s life that may allow for modification of a court order or agreement. Attorney Riccio will review the current orders, discuss and assess the change in circumstances, and if applicable, file a motion for modification of judgment in family matters.
Child Custody
Many factors are considered by the courts when determining child custody in Connecticut, all of which represent the best interest of the child. Successful negotiation in delicate child custody issues depends on the attorney representing you. Joyce Riccio can and will help you achieve the best possible outcome for you and your family. Over her extensive career as a Family Law attorney, Joyce has assisted numerous clients with child custody arrangements and will help you understand how the process works, review the most important factors considered by the court, and best align your preferences with a sound legal strategy based on decades of experience.
Spousal Support
Whether protecting your assets or fighting for an equitable award, Attorney Riccio will do everything possible to assure that the court’s decision is fair and equitable. The award of spousal support, or alimony, can be a major component of your settlement. Throughout the legal process, Attorney Riccio will ensure that you are informed, that your financial well-being is protected, and help secure an equitable award that will reduce financial strain.
Relocation
If you have a child custody agreement in place and have the need to move out of state or your former spouse or partner is trying to relocate, you will need Joyce’s help to renegotiate the terms of the agreement. Joyce will guide you through the legal proceedings and keep you informed every step of the way.
