A digital tool provided by the State of Connecticut assists parents and legal professionals in estimating potential support obligations based on state guidelines. These tools typically require input such as each parent’s income, healthcare costs, and custody arrangements to generate an estimate.
Access to these resources promotes transparency and informed decision-making during divorce or separation proceedings. By providing a preliminary estimate, such tools can facilitate negotiations and potentially reduce conflict between parties, streamlining the process and minimizing legal expenses. Historically, determining support involved complex calculations and often required professional assistance. Online tools now offer a readily available and user-friendly alternative, democratizing access to this crucial information.
