How are inheritances handled in a Connecticut divorce? Connecticut is an “equitable distribution” state. Actually, to be more precise, Connecticut is an “all property equitable distribution” state. This means that all property of both spouses, regardless of when the property was acquired or how the property was acquired, may be distributed by the divorce court. […]
The Connecticut Premarital Act, Connecticut General Statutes Section 46b-36g, requires that parties to a prenuptial agreement provide fair and reasonable disclosure of the amount, character, and value of the property, financial obligations and income to the other party. Note – this duty to inform exists regardless as to whether the other party has requested the […]
A Connecticut divorce court has the authority to divide the personal property (i.e. cars, home furnishings, clothing etc.) of the spouses. Notwithstanding, judges prefer not to have to decide issues of personal property since it becomes a tedious and time consuming process. Unless the personal property in dispute has significant economic (antiques, jewelry, stamp collection) […]
Because he wants to talk. Apparently there is a prenuptial agreement that does more than just divide property and settle support. The prenup also contains a confidentiality clause which prohibits Kim and Kris from discussing publicly the details of their “marriage.” Kim wants to make it simple. She wants a divorce. After all, it was […]
In determining the validity of a prenuptial agreement, Connecticut law requires fair and reasonable disclosure of amount, character, and value of property, financial obligations and income before the execution of a prenuptial agreement. In a recent Connecticut divorce, the judge found a prenuptial agreement valid and enforceable even though the agreement failed to include the […]
The holidays can be an stressful time of the year for everyone: rushing to get “just the right” gifts, hosting houses full of relatives and remembering loved ones who are no longer a part of the celebrations. While a fun time of the year, emotions often run high. And emotions often run even higher for […]
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