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...
Child Custody
Can you take your child out of the country for a summer vacation if you don’t have full custody?
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...
Can I modify a child custody order without going to court?
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...
Can you change child support payments after a job transition?
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....
Can a parent be declared unfit for custody?
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...
Can your dating life impact your child custody case?
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...
Is your current custody order not working?
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....
What is parallel parenting?
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...
What’s the difference between legal and physical custody?
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...
3 rules that could help divorced parents start dating again
If your marriage ended in divorce, you may feel a little nervous about the idea of pursuing another romantic relationship. After all, the way the last one ended with possibly a traumatic experience for you. When you also have children and share custody with your ex,...