Practice areas: Family Law; view more
Licensed in Connecticut since: 1992
Education: University of Connecticut School of Law
Bonnie L. Amendola is a distinguished family law attorney practicing with Conlon Amendola, PLLC, in Southport, Connecticut, serving clients throughout the state of Connecticut. With more than three decades of legal experience, she has dedicated her career to advocating for families navigating complex legal challenges in matrimonial and family law matters.
Ms. Amendola's legal journey began with a diverse foundation in commercial litigation and criminal defense before transitioning to focus exclusively on family law in 1998. Her practice encompasses prenuptial and postnuptial agreement preparation, spousal support determinations and child support calculations, providing clients with thorough representation across all aspects of family law.
Throughout her career, Ms. Amendola has handled a comprehensive range of matrimonial matters, demonstrating particular proficiency in high-conflict custody disputes that require careful navigation and strategic advocacy. She has successfully managed complex cases involving substantial assets, working collaboratively with financial professionals, forensic accountants and business valuation consultants to ensure accurate assessment of marital property.
Ms. Amendola has distinguished herself as a passionate advocate for children's rights within the family court system. She was among the pioneering attorneys in Connecticut to represent minors in family law proceedings, serving in dual capacities as both attorney for minor children and guardian ad litem. This unique perspective has enhanced her ability to understand the complex dynamics affecting families during dissolution proceedings and custody matters.
Ms. Amendola's commitment to protecting children's interests, combined with her extensive experience handling sophisticated financial matters in divorce cases, positions her as a valuable resource for families facing challenging legal circumstances. Her long-standing presence in Connecticut's family law community reflects her dedication to providing compassionate yet strategic legal representation during some of life's most difficult transitions.
Practice areas
Family LawFocus areas
Adoption, Alimony & Spousal Support, Child Support, Custody & Visitation, Dissolution, Divorce, Domestic Violence, Father's Rights, Juvenile Law, Marital Property, Mediation & Collaborative Law, Name Change, Paternity, Prenuptial Agreements, Same Sex Family Law
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First Admitted: 1992, Connecticut
Professional Webpage: https://conlonamendola.com/
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- Super Lawyers: 2010 - 2024, 2026