By: Sarah E. Murray Fairfield County Family Courts have a significant number of post-judgment cases, many of them involving the modification of alimony after a divorce. Modification of alimony post-judgment is a common issue that arises for people living in towns like...
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Year: 2017 News
Part 1 – Financial Motions During the Pendency of a Divorce Action
A variety of factors can impact the length of a divorce case in Connecticut, such as the complexity of issues, the Court’s schedule and the overall willingness of the parties to work together to reach an agreement. Divorce cases in Connecticut can last for a year or...
The Greenwich Divorce
I am often asked if there are different rules that apply to someone who is getting divorced in Greenwich, Connecticut, or any of the neighboring towns. I have even been asked by a high net worth and sophisticated client, whether you need a specific qualification to be...
Postnuptial Agreements in Connecticut Part II: Is my Postnuptial Agreement Enforceable?
As discussed in Part I of this series, many clients come to our office from various towns in Connecticut, including Greenwich and Westport wondering whether a Postnuptial Agreement is a good legal option available to them. Once a client decides that a Postnuptial...
What does “Custody” Mean in a Connecticut Divorce Case?
The “custody” word sometimes sends shivers down the spine of divorce litigants. However, this term is often misunderstood and can unnecessarily result in a high conflict divorce.
The Discovery Process
Have you ever wondered how exactly your spouse is paid, or what his or her sole credit card or bank statements would show if you had the chance to view them? The discovery process in a dissolution proceeding has the ability to bring light to many of these common questions. The discovery process begins shortly after the return date has occurred and generally involves gathering documents and information.
Can I get divorced in Connecticut?
Our office frequently receives inquiries from potential clients who, because of their particular set of circumstances, are uncertain as to whether Connecticut is the appropriate jurisdiction to handle their divorce from a spouse.
WHAT DIVORCE PROCESS IS RIGHT FOR ME? PART IV – ADR
The most popular models of ADR utilized in family law matters for individuals living in Greenwich or Westport are ADR mediation and arbitration.
In our practice at Broder Orland Murray & DeMattie, LLC, if the parties and counsel cannot reach a settlement, the next step before trial is often to participate in an ADR mediation. ADR mediation is not binding and the mediator does not force a party to sign an agreement. Each party has input into the process and the ability to walk away if he or she is not comfortable.
WHY PARTIES NEED REVIEW COUNSEL DURING MEDIATION
Mediation is a process whereby parties who are looking to resolve their divorce or post judgment issues meet with a neutral third party (the Mediator) in an effort to settle the case. The parties' agreement is then memorialized by the Mediator. In Mediation, the...
IMPORTANT DATES & TERMS IN CT DIVORCE CASES
A Connecticut divorce attorney is often asked "What are the most important dates in a divorce case? Is it the date I file for divorce, the return date, the case management date, the uncontested date- what does it all mean?" This article is a general guide to...
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