Law Office of Paul Corrigan III

Your Guide to Family Law in Rhode Island

When you are in the midst of a legal situation or dilemma, particularly involving family law, one of the most beneficial things you can do for yourself is to hire an experienced and knowledgeable attorney who will guide you through the processes and help you reach the best possible outcome. At the Law Office of Paul Corrigan, it is a main concern of Paul Corrigan III and his staff to make sure that their clients are comfortable with them and properly educated about what they have become involved in. With years of experience helping Rhode Island families reach positive resolutions, Corrigan is type of attorney that you want representing you.

Do You and Your Spouse Need Separate Lawyers to Sign a Pre-nup?

Though having a pre-nuptial agreement is not a necessity in order to enter into a new marriage, it is an option that many couples choose to pursue. If you do choose to move forward with a pre-nup you will want to read on to discover what type of legal representation you will need.

Can You Live With Your Spouse During a Divorce Hearing?

Although you may have given some thought to the division of your property or how your children will spend their weekends, there are plenty of details that you may have never considered about your divorce. Here, Corrigan will help you fill in some of the details.

Awarding Alimony in Rhode Island

Instead of awarding every case the same amount, the court will take into consideration a number of different factors to determine if one party will be ordered to pay alimony to the other after the dissolution of the marriage.

How Does the Rhode Island Court System Decide Child Support?

Although the end of a marriage is an emotionally trying time for the spouses who are divorcing, it is also a difficult time for children who are involved in the marriage. Here, Corrigan describes the process of deciding child support in a divorce hearing.

What Role Does a Violent History Play in Child Custody?

When making decisions regarding child custody and visitation rights, the court will take into consideration evidence of any past or present instances of domestic or family violence and will review instances of a violent history where physical harm or bodily injury was caused to an outside party.