Areas of Expertise

Massachusetts & Rhode Island Divorce Law

Attorney Jodie Caruolo understands the inherent emotional stresses associated with divorce and other family law matters. Jodie is a skilled negotiator who adheres to the highest ethical standards while remaining sensitive to your emotional needs. Her areas of expertise include:

Massachusetts & Rhode Island Family Law

Massachusetts & Rhode Island Divorce

Massachusetts & Rhode Island Child Support

Massachusetts’ child support guidelines take into account factors such as the gross income of the non-custodial parent, the number of dependent children in the family and their ages and respective needs. Attorney Jodie Caruolo will examine different elements of income and the needs of parents and children to determine the support likely to be ordered. Click the above link to learn more.

Massachusetts & Rhode Island Child Custody

Massachusetts & Rhode Island Visitation & Parenting Plans

Massachusetts & Rhode Island Alimony

Alimony — also known as spousal support or spousal maintenance — may be based on a number of factors including means, needs, earning potential, and length of marriage. Attorney Jodie Caruolo can give you an honest assessment as to whether or not alimony will be awarded and make certain that the relevant factors considered by the court are framed properly.

Equitable Distribution

In Massachusetts, marital assets and debts are divided on an equitable basis. In real terms, that means the process seeks to produce a “fair” result but not necessarily an equal one financially. We are familiar with all aspects of the asset division and equitable assignment of debt processes as governed by chapter 208, section 34 of the Massachusetts General Laws

Massachusetts & Rhode Island Custody Disputes

Massachusetts & Rhode Island Paternity

Massachusetts & Rhode Island Post Judgments

Massachusetts & Rhode Island Pre-Nuptial and Post Nuptial Agreements