Here’s a list I wish I could give clients before they consult me: 1. Do gather financial records. Important financial records such as tax returns, pay stubs, statements from all bank accounts (including credit cards) and retirement accounts such as 401k’s and pensions should be gathered and made available to the attorney early in the […]
Take a look at the link below. The blog references some sobering quotes from a judge who presides over custody cases in New York. I have heard many attempts by judges to encourage parents to settle custody cases but never anything as blunt as this! I DON’T Love Your children! | NYC Divorce Mediation Any […]
A guardian ad litem is a professional appointed by the Court to represent the interests of a person during litigation. In the family court, a guardian ad litem (GAL) may be appointed at any time during a divorce or contested case concerning custody and visitation. A GAL need not be an attorney but often is. […]
I wrote a blog back in the spring on the reasons someone would consider a legal separation instead of a divorce. The blog is here: Why choose a legal separation rather than a divorce? – Bridgeport, CT Metro/Family and Personal Injury Law Blog | Brian D. Kaschel But as I was writing a recent blog […]
You are contemplating divorce. Let’s say you have been married 7, 8 or 9 years. Historically, your earnings are substantially lower than your spouse’s. Before you file for divorce, you should be aware of the “10 year rule” relating to Social Security retirement and disability benefits. You may be wise to wait to file that […]
I recently posted a blog on the differences between a same sex divorce in Connecticut and a “traditional divorce.” These differences result because same sex marriage is not recognized at the federal level. This includes federal tax treatment. Connecticut, which has legalized same sex marriage, allows same sex couples to file joint state returns. However, […]
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