Timothy J. McGuire holds bar admissions in Connecticut, the U.S. District Court for the District of Connecticut, the U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado, and the Mohegan Tribe Gaming Dispute Court. That last admission is an unusual credential for a Fairfield County family law attorney, and it hints at the civil litigation background McGuire brings to domestic relations practice, a background that informs how he evaluates which cases should be negotiated, mediated, or taken to trial.
Overview
McGuire Family Law, LLC operates as a boutique single-attorney family law firm from Suite 301 at 1221 Post Road East in Westport, Connecticut. The firm focuses exclusively on domestic relations matters, covering the full range of dissolution, custody, support, property, and post-judgment proceedings in Fairfield County and surrounding Connecticut communities.
Timothy McGuire earned his J.D. cum laude from Pace University School of Law in 2007 and has built his Westport practice around family law trial representation, mediation, and arbitration. His civil litigation background provides a perspective that is not universal among family law practitioners: he approaches each matter with experience in both courtroom advocacy and dispute resolution, which shapes how he counsels clients on strategy.
The firm has held Super Lawyers recognition in Family Law for Connecticut and New England every year since 2016, and carries an AV Rating from Martindale-Hubbell, the rating service’s highest designation for ethical conduct and legal ability.
Since 2010, McGuire has served on the Committee on Professionalism and CLE of the Family Law Section of the Connecticut Bar Association, a role that involves shaping continuing legal education and professional standards within the state’s family law bar.
Practice Areas
Divorce and Dissolution of Marriage is the firm’s primary litigation context. McGuire handles the full dissolution process, from initial filing through contested hearings and trial. His trial experience across more than a decade of Fairfield County practice informs how he structures cases for the most effective presentation.
Child Custody represents a significant portion of the firm’s work. The firm handles highly contested custody disputes both prior to and following dissolution, including relocation matters where parents seek to move children across state lines. These disputes can involve investigators when factual issues about parental conduct or child welfare arise.
Child Support and Spousal Support cover the calculation and advocacy around support obligations under Connecticut law. Post-dissolution modifications are handled when circumstances change and existing orders need adjustment.
Property Division encompasses the identification, valuation, and equitable distribution of marital assets. For cases involving closely held businesses, professional practices, retirement accounts, or other complex assets, McGuire collaborates with forensic accountants to develop accurate valuations that hold up in court.
Prenuptial and Separation Agreements are drafted and reviewed for clients entering marriage with financial or asset considerations to address, or for spouses separating outside of the full dissolution process.
Post-Judgment Modification and Enforcement addresses changes in circumstances after a divorce decree is entered, including modifications to custody, support, and parenting plans, and contempt proceedings when orders are violated.
Mediation and Arbitration are offered as alternatives to litigation. McGuire’s experience as a mediator and arbitrator in dissolution and post-judgment matters allows the firm to serve clients in both adversarial and alternative dispute resolution contexts.
Attorney Profiles
Timothy J. McGuire is the principal and owner of McGuire Family Law, LLC.
Education: B.A., Boston University, 2001; J.D. cum laude, Pace University School of Law, 2007.
Bar admissions: Connecticut; U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut; U.S. District Court, District of Colorado; Mohegan Tribe Gaming Dispute Court.
Memberships: American Bar Association; Fairfield County Bar Association; Family Law Section of the Connecticut Bar Association, Committee on Professionalism and CLE (since 2010).
Recognition: Super Lawyers selection in Family Law, Connecticut and New England, 2016 to present; AV Rating, Martindale-Hubbell.
McGuire brings a civil litigation background to family law practice, with extensive experience mediating, trying, and arbitrating dissolution and post-judgment matters. He regularly collaborates with investigators and forensic accountants on complex property division and custody matters.
Location and Service Area
Office: 1221 Post Road East, Suite 301, Westport, CT 06880. Phone: (203) 490-2001. Email: [email protected].
Office hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Website: https://mcguire-familylaw.com/
The firm’s primary service area is Fairfield County, Connecticut, including Westport, Stamford, New Canaan, Darien, Ridgefield, Newtown, and surrounding towns. Consultations are available in-person, by phone, or by video conference.
Client Focus
McGuire Family Law serves individuals and families navigating divorce, custody disputes, and related domestic relations matters in Fairfield County. Given the economic profile of Westport and the surrounding communities, the firm has particular experience with cases involving complex asset division, including business interests, investment portfolios, and deferred compensation.
Consultations are available Monday through Friday during office hours. Whether an initial consultation is provided without charge is not publicly specified.
Languages spoken beyond English are not publicly available. Fee structures are not publicly specified.
FAQ
Does McGuire Family Law handle cases involving complex asset valuation?
Yes. For cases involving closely held businesses, professional practices, retirement accounts, or other complex assets, the firm works with forensic accountants to develop accurate valuations. This is a regular part of contested property division proceedings.
Does the firm offer mediation and arbitration as alternatives to litigation?
Yes. Timothy McGuire has extensive experience mediating and arbitrating dissolution and post-judgment matters. For clients who wish to resolve their case outside of court, the firm can provide or participate in mediation and arbitration services.
How does the firm approach custody disputes?
The firm handles highly contested custody disputes, including relocation matters, working with investigators when factual issues about parental conduct or child welfare require outside documentation. McGuire’s civil litigation background informs how he builds and presents custody cases for the most effective outcome.
What areas of Fairfield County does the firm serve?
The firm handles matters in Fairfield County courts, serving clients in Westport, Stamford, New Canaan, Darien, Ridgefield, Newtown, and surrounding towns. Consultations can be conducted by phone or video conference.
Has the firm received professional recognition?
Yes. Timothy McGuire has held Super Lawyers recognition in Family Law for Connecticut and New England every year since 2016, and holds an AV Rating from Martindale-Hubbell, the rating service’s highest designation.
Closing
McGuire Family Law’s focus is narrow by design: domestic relations in Fairfield County, handled by a single attorney with trial experience, mediator credentials, and a consistent record of Super Lawyers recognition. The Westport location, the civil litigation background, and the firm’s familiarity with complex asset cases reflect a practice built for the specific demands of one of Connecticut’s most economically complex family law markets.