When a child under 18 is arrested in Bridgeport and the surrounding towns, they are summoned to Bridgeport Juvenile Court. Here is a brief summary of the process: Initial Plea Date/Arraignment This is the date referenced on the Summons. A judge will advise the child of the following: The right to remain silent; The right […]
What are pendente lite motions in a Connecticut divorce? Pendente lite sounds fancy but it really just means, “while the litigation is pending.” That’s why these motions are often referred to as temporary motions. Common examples of pendente lite motions include: Custody/Parenting Plan – establishes where the child will live, decision-making and visitation; Alimony – […]
A post-nuptial agreement is similar to a prenup but it is signed after a marriage rather than before. The agreement usually addresses the same issues that a pre-nuptial agreement would if there was a divorce. For example, alimony, property distribution and other financial considerations can all be set forth in a post-nuptial agreement. In fact, […]
Connecticut joint custody is sometimes misunderstood. It is often used too loosely or incorrectly. There are two aspects to child custody in Connecticut. So when creating a Parenting Plan start with these questions: Where will the child live? This is called residential or physical custody. Generally, there are three variations: 1. The most common arrangement […]
Parenting Plans in Connecticut can vary greatly. Some are quite detailed – others just cover the basics. Many people think that a Parenting Plan is really just limited to a custody or visitation arrangement but it is much more than that. So, what are the essential elements of Parenting Plan? At a minimum, every Parenting […]
In making orders concerning custody and visitation, a judge must consider the best interests of the child. But what does “best interests” mean? Connecticut General Statutes sets forth the following factors: The temperament and developmental needs of the child; The capacity and the disposition of the parents to understand and meet the needs of the […]