Family court judges in Connecticut are often left to make difficult decisions that will likely have a significant impact on a child's future. A judge in another state is left to make a child custody determination in the case of the children of Alex Jones, who is known for making inflammatory political comments on his radio show. However, attorneys for Jones claim that he is simply portraying a persona on the radio and that it is not a reflection of his actual personality.
Family law matters include pre and postnuptial agreements
Once a proposal occurs, couples in Connecticut often become caught up in the planning of their wedding. In the bliss that follows an engagement and the hectic time of wedding planning, some may overlook the importance of planning for their future. This includes matters of family law such as the creation of a prenuptial agreement.
Billionaire couple disagree on divorce settlement
For many people, the decision to end a marriage comes after a great deal of consideration and reflection. Once the decision is made, couples in Connecticut are often able to come to an amicable agreement regarding how to divide their assets. Unfortunately, one out-of-state billionaire couple is said to be unable to come to an agreement regarding their divorce settlement.
What's the difference between contested and uncontested divorce?
How many times have you been tripped up by misinterpreting a word in a sentence? It is so easy to do because there are so many words in the English language that are spelled the same way and have different meanings. A lot depends on context.
Three ways divorce impacts your taxes
A finalized divorce decree results in more than just the end of a marriage, it also results in a division of assets. If not done carefully, the settlement agreement can result in unexpected surprises. One area that can lead to unexpected outcomes is the impact a divorce will have on your taxes.
Mediated or collaborative divorce: What's the difference?
The options available to couples seeking a divorce in Connecticut are much broader than ever before. In one of our previous posts we examined a couple of reasons couples might consider pursuing divorce by mediated settlement.
Financial planning crucial for unmarried couples
The myth of the common-law marriage abounds across most of the United States. However, in Connecticut, as in most states, marriage is identified not by the number of years couples live together but by the formal license, which can make it difficult for partners to seek support after separation.
