My law office is located in Warwick, Rhode Island. I represent interests and needs of people throughout Rhode Island seeking a divorce, child custody, and other sensitive family law matters. I have years of experience working with clients with family law issues in litigation and mediation. As a family law practitioner, my goal is to provide clients with the best representation possible.
With my years of experience, I am familiar with navigating the Family Court "system". Whether you are involved in a divorce, dispute over child support payments, modification of an existing Family Court order, litigation, or want to attempt mediation, I use a cost-effective approach to help you obtain positive results.
With my years of experience, I am familiar with navigating the Family Court "system". Whether you are involved in a divorce, dispute over child support payments, modification of an existing Family Court order, litigation, or want to attempt mediation, I use a cost-effective approach to help you obtain positive results.
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I have been a Rhode Island attorney over 25 years. I am a sole proprietor since 1998. My practice concentrates on all family court matters and small estate planning. I have served my clients well over the years and in turn they have recommended me to family and friends so that I have built a thriving law practice in Warwick.
Under even the best circumstances, getting a divorce is challenging. As a Rhode Island divorce lawyer, I help clients navigate the process with the goal of minimizing cost and stress. For clients of my law firm, The Law Office of Patricia A. Murray-Rapoza, I use the strategy that best matches the circumstances to get the best possible results for my clients.
Child support in Rhode Island is generally governed by state guidelines. The guidelines determine how both parents' incomes are calculated and what percentage of child support one parent owes. Usually the lower earning spouse receives support on behalf of the child, but other factors, such as where the child lives and for how long, can be part of a judge's determination.
Child custody and parenting time (also known as visitation or co-parenting) can be among the most contentious issues in a divorce. Both parents want to protect their relationships with their children. However, they may disagree significantly about the best way to achieve their goals. As a result, child custody and related matters are the cause of many battles in family court.
Most Rhode Island court orders arising from divorce can be changed or modified when the circumstances governing the order change. For example, if one parent experiences job loss or needs to relocate to another state, the parenting order or child support order may be changed. If both parties agree to the modification, it is presented to the court for approval.
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Tom Patterson
Jul 08, 2020
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