Connecticut is a “no-fault” divorce state; in order to obtain a divorce, one party need only allege that the marriage has “broken down irretrievably.” “No-fault” divorce is distinguishable from the concept of “marital fault” in a divorce. In Connecticut, courts are...
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Month: January 2018 News
Do I Have to Go to Court?
This Week's Blog by Christopher J. DeMattie Public Act 17-47 excuses parties from having to go to Court to have a temporary agreement approved by the Judge Connecticut General Statutes § 46b-66 requires the Judge to inquire into the financial resources and actual...
You Lost Your Job-What Happens to Your Alimony Obligation?
This Week's Blog by Sarah E. Murray Connecticut General Statutes Section 46b-86(a) allows for modification of alimony under certain circumstances The circumstances that resulted in your loss of employment and the terms of a severance agreement, if any, will have an...
What are “Automatic Orders” in a Connecticut Divorce Case?
The Purpose of the “Automatic Orders” is to maintain the status quo with regard to your property or children. The Automatic Orders apply upon the filing or service of a complaint or application for dissolution, legal separation, custody, or visitation. The Automatic...
How Does the New Tax Law Impact Alimony in Connecticut Divorce Cases?
This Week's Blog by Carole T. Orland The new tax law signed on 12/22/17 eliminates the alimony deduction for divorces and separation agreements signed after 12/31/18. A payor cannot deduct alimony payments; a recipient will not pay tax on alimony. The effect of the...
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