A divorce can be a grueling process. No question about it. Reduce your stress level. Here’s how: Just be honest. Be upfront and candid with your lawyer about everything. I realize that sometimes it can be uncomfortable to reveal indiscretions or to admit to mistakes during the marriage. Nevertheless, these discussions allow for effective preparation […]
Having a productive initial consultation with a Connecticut divorce lawyer is an important first step. Here are some suggestions to make that meeting efficient: The marriage. Why are you seeking a divorce? Is there hope of reconciliation? What was the cause of the breakdown of the marriage? Are you sure that divorce is inevitable? The […]
Divorce is a stressful process for the adults. Imagine how your children feel? So, regardless of how uncomfortable it may be, parents must speak to their children about a divorce. Here are a few suggestions: Make sure the decision is final. It’s unfair and too upsetting to children to tell them that you are thinking […]
Temporary alimony, also called pendente lite alimony, is available in Connecticut. We know that sometimes a spouse is unable to wait for the final divorce to receive alimony. Therefore, Connecticut judges have the authority to enter temporary alimony orders so that a dependent spouse has a means of support while the case is pending. Many […]
In Connecticut, a judge in Family Court hears Restraining Orders. Restraining Orders should not be confused with Protective Orders which are issued by a Criminal Court to protect crime victims. Here is a summary of Restraining Orders in Connecticut: 1. People. You can only get a Restraining Order if you have a sufficiently close relationship […]
I get inquiries from time to time, on whether a legal separation or divorce is better suited for a particular client’s situation. For starters, a legal separation is similar to a divorce – the same laws apply regarding custody, child support, alimony and property distribution. Here are some considerations to help make the decision between […]
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