Couples seeking a divorce in Connecticut can choose to file a no-fault divorce. However, that is not their only option. There are several fault grounds couples can choose to file under and these grounds may affect property division in the divorce. Types of fault...
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Why would a judge deviate from the state guidelines?
When the judge considers your child support case, you will need to present your financial documents. Additionally, you will probably impress them if you can give a tentative budget close to the state child support guidelines. Several situations can cause the court to...
How can you protect your mental health during divorce?
The divorce process can create many new challenges for you that you may have not experienced before. As a result, you may struggle to cope with the process on a mental and emotional level. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately 4.7...
What is the best interest standard?
Child custody matters can bring out a lot of emotion. In some situations, parents will use their children as a bargaining tool or try to use them to punish the other parent. Things can easily get out of hand, with parents only thinking of their needs. To ensure that...
What is nonadversarial divorce?
If you wish to divorce quickly without drawing out the process, then you may want to consider a nonadversarial divorce. The Connecticut Judicial Branch explains this type of divorce process involves completing the process much more quickly than going through the...
What complications could come up with high asset divorce property division?
One of the biggest tasks you will have when finalizing your divorce agreement is to decide how you will divide your property. You will need to first determine which assets are marital property, which can be a challenge. The process requires understanding the laws for...
What is alimony pendente lite?
If you are ending your marriage and expect to owe alimony or receive alimony payments, it is very important to familiarize yourself with a number of issues. For example, you should review factors that courts consider when awarding alimony, also known as spousal...
Who pays for extracirricular activities and college expenses after a divorce?
One common question among divorcing parents is, "Who pays for extracurricular activities and college expenses after the divorce?" The answer to this delves into both law and practicality. According to the law, a parent does not have to pay for college or...
License suspension and contempt charges over back support
If you owe child support and cannot make payments, you need to understand the serious consequences that could arise. For example, you could lose your driver's license, as well as other licenses, and face contempt of court charges. It is vital to understand how these...
Can shared parenting work for your situation?
As parents going through divorce, one of the top things that you and your co-parent likely think about involves how you want to handle custody moving forward. Different custody options work for different families and situations, with each offering its own benefits and...
