Introduction
High-asset divorce, contested custody battles, and complex property division require more than general legal knowledge. Delfino Madden O’Malley Coyle Koewler LLP brings focused family law experience to clients navigating separation, custody, and support matters. The firm combines strategic expertise with sensitivity to the emotional dynamics that define family court proceedings, working to produce practical outcomes that protect both clients and their children. Their approach balances the agility to create smart, individualized solutions with a disciplined partnership model designed to exceed client expectations.
Practice Areas
Divorce
The firm handles divorce proceedings including both contested and settlement-based resolutions. Their attorneys address property division, spousal support, debt allocation, and all other financial aspects of marital dissolution. High-asset divorce cases receive particular attention because they involve complex financial portfolios, business valuations, stock options, retirement accounts, real estate holdings, and other assets that require specialized knowledge to identify, value, and divide. The firm’s strategic approach to these cases aims to protect each client’s financial future while moving toward resolution as efficiently as possible.
Child Custody
Custody disputes are handled with an emphasis on the children’s best interests, which is the standard applied by courts in determining custody outcomes. The firm prepares detailed parenting plans, navigates custody evaluations conducted by court-appointed professionals, and represents clients in contested custody hearings. The attorneys understand that custody outcomes shape children’s daily lives, their schooling, their social connections, and their emotional development. The firm works to achieve arrangements that provide stability and protect the parent-child relationship while addressing practical considerations such as work schedules, geographic distance, and each parent’s caregiving capacity.
Support Modifications
Circumstances change after initial support orders are entered. Job loss, significant income increases or decreases, remarriage, changes in the child’s needs, health issues, and relocation are all events that may warrant modification of child support or spousal support orders. The firm represents clients seeking modifications based on changed circumstances as well as those opposing proposed changes. The modification process requires demonstrating a material change in circumstances since the original order, and the firm presents the evidence necessary to meet that legal standard.
Domestic Violence Protective Orders
When domestic violence threatens a family member’s safety, the firm assists with obtaining protective orders through the court. These cases demand urgent action because the risk of harm may be immediate. The attorneys understand the expedited processes available in family court for emergency protective orders and work to ensure that clients receive the protection they need without unnecessary delay. The firm also represents clients who must respond to protective order petitions, ensuring that their rights are protected throughout the process.
Prenuptial Agreements
For couples planning to marry, a prenuptial agreement addresses financial rights, responsibilities, and expectations in advance. These agreements can cover property division, spousal support, debt allocation, and other financial matters in the event of divorce. The firm drafts and negotiates prenuptial agreements to ensure they are fair to both parties, comprehensive in scope, and legally enforceable under the applicable state law. A properly drafted prenuptial agreement can provide clarity and security for both spouses.
Property Division
Dividing marital property fairly requires accurate identification and valuation of all assets and debts accumulated during the marriage. Hidden assets, undervalued business interests, and complex investment portfolios can complicate this process. The firm’s attorneys handle complex property division matters including real estate, retirement accounts, pension plans, business interests, intellectual property, and other significant assets. They work with financial experts when necessary to ensure that valuations are accurate and that the division reflects each party’s contributions and needs.
Custody Evaluations
When parents cannot agree on custody, courts may order a custody evaluation conducted by a mental health professional. The firm prepares clients for these evaluations, advising them on what to expect and how to present their parenting strengths effectively. The attorneys also know how to challenge evaluation findings when they do not accurately reflect the family situation.
Location and Contact
- Website: delfinomadden.com/
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of family law cases does the firm handle?
The firm handles divorce, child custody, support modifications, domestic violence protective orders, prenuptial agreements, property division, and custody evaluations. High-asset divorce and complex custody disputes are areas of particular focus.
Does the firm handle high-asset divorce cases?
Yes. The firm has experience with high-asset divorce matters involving complex financial portfolios, business interests, and significant property holdings. These cases require specialized knowledge of asset identification, valuation methods, and equitable division principles.
Can support orders be modified after they are entered?
Yes. When a material change in circumstances occurs, such as job loss, significant income change, or remarriage, either party may petition the court to modify child support or spousal support orders. The firm represents both parties seeking modifications and parties opposing proposed changes.
How does the firm approach child custody matters?
The firm handles custody disputes with a focus on the children’s best interests, preparing detailed parenting plans, navigating custody evaluations, and representing clients in contested hearings. The attorneys maintain sensitivity to the emotional dynamics involved while pursuing outcomes that provide stability for the children.
What is a prenuptial agreement and why might I need one?
A prenuptial agreement is a legally binding contract entered before marriage that addresses how financial matters, including property division and spousal support, will be handled in the event of divorce. These agreements are particularly valuable when one or both spouses bring significant assets, business interests, or debts into the marriage. The firm drafts agreements that protect both parties’ interests while meeting legal requirements for enforceability.