A lot of people going through divorce are conflict-averse, meaning that they’ll do just about anything to avoid getting into a heated argument. As a result, these individuals often try to rush through the marriage dissolution process to avoid as much tension as...
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Staying in the family home post-divorce is not always best
Many Connecticut residents have a lot of money and time invested in their family home. The home also may be a source of many family and other important memories both for the couple and for any children they have. These are reasons why who gets the family home may be...
Is an annulment a better option for me than divorce?
The path forward might seem unclear when you realize your marriage needs to end. While divorce represents the most common choice, you do have options available. Aside from expedited or nonadversarial divorce and legal separation, there is also annulment. Many people...
Determining if mediation or collaborative law is right for your divorce
Differences and disputes are a likely cause for a divorce filing; however, they do not need to be part of the divorce process. Yes, divorce can get messy, complex and emotional, but that does not mean the parties cannot work through their differences by working...
How can you successfully advocate for spousal support?
You should acquire your fair share of the marital estate through your divorce, and yet you can still feel like you don’t have the financial resources you need. Alimony, if you can secure it, can give you that additional support that you need. But your spouse probably...
What divorce issues can I settle through mediation?
The divorce process can be taxing and overwhelming, especially if there are various decisions left unsettled because of conflicts between you and your former spouse. Sometimes, going to court to address these concerns can be essential. Other times, you can enter...
What factors can impose supervised visitations in Connecticut?
Visitation can be essential to maintaining relationships between parents and their children during life after divorce. An appropriate arrangement can also benefit the child, helping them feel reassured and allowing them to flourish. However, some parents might be...
Does marital misconduct affect divorce in Connecticut?
In Connecticut, you can file for divorce if your marriage is already broken with no chances of reconciliation. This is a no-fault divorce and the judge will not require you to prove fault for them to hear your case. However, you also have the option to file for a...
A divorcing homemaker: What are your retirement options?
From a financial standpoint, being a divorcing homemaker at an old age seems like a recipe for a retirement disaster. You spend all those years getting the job done at home – cleaning, cooking and looking after the kids. So much so that you might not have had time to...
What factors can affect child custody decisions?
Child custody is one of the primary topics usually discussed during divorce proceedings. It is also a common source of disputes between parents, especially when they have conflicting perspectives on how to raise their children. Fortunately, the law has provisions...