Child Custody

You and your spouse are divorcing, and you need to decide who will have custody of the kids. This agreement will detail your child's education, religious upbringing and their food and medical requirements. Most people collaborate with the other child’s parent in a...

When married or unmarried parents of a minor child end their relationship, formal child custody and child support arrangements need to be established by a Connecticut family court. Not so long ago, a straightforward award of sole, primary or joint custody – along with...

In general, when one parent has sole custody, they typically have the right to make decisions regarding their child's travel, including taking them out of the country for vacations (unless there are restrictions specified by the court). When there is a joint custody...

When the court issues a custody and parenting time order, that order is legally binding. This means that unless a child custody modification is approved by the court, both parties are expected to abide by its stipulations. However, life’s circumstances can change...

In Connecticut, child support payments are calculated based on a set of guidelines that consider the income of both parents and other relevant factors. If a parent changes jobs, their income may increase or decrease, which could affect their child support obligation....

Divorce comes with several changes and difficult decisions. One of these is the decision regarding the child’s post-divorce custody and living arrangements.  In most cases, the family court prefers that both parents be actively involved in the day-to-day affairs of...

As risky as it might seem, getting back into the dating scene after a divorce can be rejuvenating. And if you find love again following a failed marriage, you may feel obliged to let your kids meet your new partner.  No law prevents you from finding love again after a...

You and your former spouse came to the difficult decision to pursue a divorce. Despite not being easy, it was best for everyone. You were able to settle negotiations regarding the distribution of property, and there is also a child custody arrangement in place....

Most parents, and the court, believe that planning out a co-parenting plan is in the best interest of their children. This way, with a co-parenting plan, parents can work together to uphold their responsibilities and obligations to their children. As such, visitation...

When you have a child with someone in Connecticut and no longer intend to continue your relationship with that person, the two of you will have to negotiate custody arrangements or prepare to litigate the issue in family court. Asking for your fair share of custody is...