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Divorce takes an emotional toll on everyone involved. It doesn’t get any easier when children are involved. In this case, parents must work out a parenting plan that takes into account the best interests of the child. When a parenting plan is adopted by the court, it...
The divorce rate for Americans is not what it used to be. Older couples are still splitting up at an increasing rate, but younger generations have a far lower divorce rate. If you’ve noticed this change over the generations, you may find yourself wondering why it...
Couples in Connecticut often assume that divorce will inevitably involve a protracted, frustrating conflict. That is true in many cases. Spouses can't find a way to cooperate and end up litigating in family court over property division, alimony and custody matters....
It can be difficult to maintain the level of contact with your child that you would like after you divorce. Perhaps the court ordered that they spend most of their time living with their other parent. Or perhaps your job takes you away for long periods so you cannot...
The decision to marry often inspires numerous financial benefits. Combining the income of two individuals to support one dwelling unit can lead to a more comfortable standard of living. Spouses can save together for retirement or combine their income to qualify for a...
The reality of many marital relationships is that there may come a time when the difficult decision of parting ways becomes a necessity. Communicating the desire for a divorce is a delicate and crucial issue that demands tact, empathy and clear communication....
After a divorce, a lot of people find it only natural to look for new partners. When you’re a divorced parent of a minor child, however, a new relationship can complicate your custody issues – particularly if your new partner moves in with you. Here are three things...
Parents putting together a custody agreement have to think about potential future challenges. Their agreement can include terms well beyond a basic division of parenting time and decision-making authority. Many families also include clauses that address a variety of...
When people talk about divorce mediation, it is often in the context of a lower-conflict divorce. It is easy for people to understand how couples who disagree only about a few minor details could work out their divorce with the help of a neutral professional to settle...
When a couple going through a divorce owns a family business, the separation process becomes considerably more complex. A family business isn’t just a source of income. It's an asset that might represent a significant portion of the marital estate. Determining how to...