Rhode Island Divorce Lawyers
At Hoopis & Hoopis, we are devoted to protecting your rights and your future when you need it most. If you are contemplating divorce, or if your spouse is seeking a divorce, let our attorneys help. We can work with you and your family to identify your particular circumstances and craft legal agreements that suit your needs. We can help you craft a fair and realistic agreement that allows you and your family to make a smooth transition.
If you would like to speak with an attorney regarding divorce, call Hoopis & Hoopis at 401-823-6266 to schedule your free consultation. You can also fill out a contact form and someone from our firm will be in touch with you soon.
We can protect your rights and help you look toward the future
Hoopis & Hoopis provides caring and effective legal guidance to families who are experiencing divorce and its related issues. Our attorneys are proponents of divorce mediation and negotiations-whenever possible, we aim for civil and amicable proceedings. Our firm handles divorce proceedings related to issues such as the following:
- Child custody and visitation - Child custody arrangements can involve sole or joint custody. Physical custody refers to the residence of the child. Legal custody refers to major decisions such as religion, school and health care. We are advocates for the best interests of the children and for parenting arrangements that suit our client's needs.
- Child support - In Rhode Island, child support guidelines determine child support payments. The guidelines consider factors such as each parent's income, child custody arrangements, health insurance and other monetary figures.
- Property division - Property, assets and debts will undergo an equitable distribution. Property, assets and debts that were acquired during the length of the marriage will be included in the distribution.
- Alimony - Also known as spousal support, alimony can be awarded on a temporary or permanent basis. Alimony is designed to allow the dependent spouse to maintain the standard of living that was acquired during the marriage.
- Post-decree modifications and enforcement - We represent people who are requesting modifications or enforcement and those who are contesting the proposed modification. The need for modifying a divorce order is generally requested because of a substantial change in material condition. This can include changes to child support because of one party's increased income and changes to child custody because of a parent's relocation. An enforcement action may be necessary if a former spouse does not honor the terms of the agreement or decree.
- Domestic violence - We handle domestic violence issues with care, helping clients with restraining orders and complaints for protection from abuse.
Contact us to schedule your free consultation.