When dividing property in a divorce, the court will try to do so in an equitable manner. This may not mean the division is 50/50, it does mean that the court tries to give you and your former spouse an equal share of the property. To do this, the court needs to come...
Mediation before divorce can smooth the way
Splitting assets and debts during a divorce may be among the most contentious tasks when it comes to equitable property division, even if your split is otherwise amicable. However, it is not only the finances that suffer. The process takes an emotional toll on the...
Connecticut’s Governor Lamont Issues Executive Order Enabling Use of Remote Notarization
Connecticut’s Governor, Ned Lamont, has issued several executive orders designed to slow down the transmission of COVID-19 as much as possible. One of those executive orders temporarily* authorizes the use of “communication technology” to notarize documents. Remote...
How does shared parenting work?
Child custody matters are difficult for a court in a divorce situation. Making such decisions can have a lifelong impact on the children in the case. Courts try to be as fair as possible while always keeping what is the most favorable option for the child in mind. One...
Financial preparation for divorce
When women decide to get a divorce, one of the elements they have to consider is their finances. Many couples have joint finances and it is important for women to make sure they disentangle their finances from their spouse. It is also important for women to make sure...
Planning for a gray divorce that may result in wealth reduction
Financially comfortable couples over the age of 50 may require comprehensive planning when preparing for a gray divorce. Dissolving a long-term marriage may result in a significant change in an individual's standard of living. To preserve assets, a spouse may find...
