Arielle M Smitt, Child Support Attorney in New Haven, Connecticut

Arielle concentrates on child support, criminal defense, and health care. Each area below outlines the kind of case Arielle handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Child Support

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• Criminal Defense

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• Health Care

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Arielle's primary office is at One Century Tower, 265 Church Street, New Haven, CT, 06510. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new child support attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Arielle usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Arielle discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in child support practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Arielle for a child support case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Arielle walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Arielle offer a free consultation?

  Arielle charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Arielle's office. Some child support attorneys offer free consults — check Arielle's current terms during booking.

• How long do child support cases in Connecticut typically take?

  Simple child support matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Arielle gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Arielle take my case if I'm outside New Haven?

  Arielle is licensed in Connecticut. Matters governed by Connecticut law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Arielle will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

• What should I bring to my first meeting with Arielle?

  Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Arielle will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Arielle accepting new child support clients right now?

  Arielle's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.