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Rutkin Oldham Griffin

Experienced Family Lawyers Serving Clients in Westport and Greenwich

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    • ARNOLD H. RUTKIN
    • Sarah “Sally” Stark Oldham
    • David W. Griffin
    • DYAN M. KOZACZKA
    • KARISSA L. PARKER
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KARISSA L. PARKER

KARISSA L. PARKER

Associate

T: 203 - 227 - 7301
F: 203 - 222 - 9295

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OVERVIEW

Overview

Karissa practices in all areas of family law, including complex divorce actions involving significant assets and child custody issues.  Karissa is actively engaged in many facets of client representation, including drafting and arguing motions and pleadings, preparing financial affidavits and discovery documents, and assisting with depositions and expert witness interviews.  Karissa often works with business valuation experts to analyze closely held businesses.

Karissa attended the intensive Guardian Ad Litem/Attorney for the Minor Child Training program sponsored by the Connecticut Judicial Branch and received a certificate of completion in 2012.

While attending Quinnipiac University School of Law, she received Excellence in Clinical Work and Oral Advocacy Awards and a Judge Edward Bassick III Endowed Scholarship.

During and following law school, Karissa worked as a law clerk at the Connecticut-based law firms of Welty Esposito & Wieler, LLC and the Law Offices of Christina D. Ghio, LLC.  She also served as a judicial extern to the Honorable Linda Pearce Prestley of the Hartford Family Court, and as a legal intern at The Children’s Law Center in Hartford, where she conducted intake interviews with children and parents and performed home visits to investigate the children’s best interests.

Karissa also makes time to volunteer in the community.  She participated in Play For Kids, a fund raising event sponsored by The Center for Children’s Advocacy, an agency fighting for the legal rights of Connecticut’s most vulnerable children.

NEWS

Karissa L. Parker – News:

Rutkin, Oldham & Griffin receives top ranking for metropolitan area – 2021 U.S. News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firm” Rankings

Rutkin, Oldham & Griffin, LLC is pleased to announce its recognition by  U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers® "Best Law Firms" for our accomplishments in Family Law.  Now in its 11th edition,  the U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms” rankings are the result of … Read More about Rutkin, Oldham & Griffin receives top ranking for metropolitan area – 2021 U.S. News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firm” Rankings

All Five Attorneys at Rutkin, Oldham & Griffin Recognized by Super Lawyers

Partners Arnold Rutkin, Sarah (Sally) Oldham, David Griffin and Dyan Kozaczka, along with Associate Karissa Parker, have all been recognized by Super Lawyers, a rating service of outstanding lawyers who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. Every year, … Read More about All Five Attorneys at Rutkin, Oldham & Griffin Recognized by Super Lawyers

Rutkin, Oldham & Griffin Attorneys take part in the 2018 Women Who Matter Luncheon

Attorneys Sarah Oldham, Dyan Kozaczka and Karissa Parker attended the 2018 Women Who Matter Luncheon organized by the Greenwich Chamber of Commerce.  The luncheon celebrates women who make a difference and have an impact on the Greenwich community and beyond.  Rutkin, Oldham & Griffin was a … Read More about Rutkin, Oldham & Griffin Attorneys take part in the 2018 Women Who Matter Luncheon

Rutkin, Oldham & Griffin Recognized in 2019 edition of Best Lawyers®

Rutkin, Oldham & Griffin, LLC has received national rankings in the ninth edition of U.S. News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” for our accomplishments in Family Law.  To be eligible for a ranking, a firm must have a lawyer listed in The Best Lawyers in America®, which recognizes the top 4 … Read More about Rutkin, Oldham & Griffin Recognized in 2019 edition of Best Lawyers®

“Arnie’s Army” participates in the 3rd annual Play for Kids competition at Chelsea Piers

Rutkin, Oldham & Griffin participated in the Center for Children’s Advocacy’s 3rd Annual Play for Kids event at Chelsea Piers.  The firm’s team for the charitable event, organized by Dyan Kozaczka, chose the team name “Arnie’s Army” to honor firm founder, CCA Board of Directors member, and … Read More about “Arnie’s Army” participates in the 3rd annual Play for Kids competition at Chelsea Piers

RUTKIN, OLDHAM & GRIFFIN, LLC TEAMS UP TO SUPPORT THE CENTER FOR CHILDREN’S ADVOCACY

Rutkin, Oldham & Griffin organized a team for a friendly competition in the Play for Kids fundraiser to help support the Center for Children’s Advocacy (CCA).  Attorneys Arnold Rutkin, Sally Oldham, David Griffin, Dyan Kozaczka and Karissa Parker participated.  The event is held annually at … Read More about RUTKIN, OLDHAM & GRIFFIN, LLC TEAMS UP TO SUPPORT THE CENTER FOR CHILDREN’S ADVOCACY

EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS

Education and Credentials

Quinnipiac University School of Law, magna cum laude, J.D. - 2014
University of Connecticut, B.A. - 2011

Bar Admissions
Connecticut, 2014

Associations
American Bar Association
Connecticut Bar Association

  • Family Law Section
  • Young Lawyers Section
  • Women’s Law Section

Fairfield County Bar Association

AWARDS AND RECOGNITION

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Practice Areas

  • Divorce
  • Custody & Visitation
  • Child Support
  • Alimony
  • Relocation
  • Complex Property Division Issues

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Locations:

Rutkin, Oldham & Griffin, LLC
5 Imperial Avenue
P.O. Box 295
Westport, CT 06880
Phone: 203-227-7301

Greenwich Office:
Two Lafayette Court
Greenwich, CT 06830
Phone: 203-869-7277

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