Unlike prenuptial agreements, postnuptial agreements come into play after a couple legally marries. One party may request a postnuptial agreement for several reasons, including an unexpected inheritance, a significant change in financial status, or other...
A common misconception is that legal separation occurs when one spouse moves out of the marital home. That is not true. Living apart does not result in a legal separation and it does not matter whether the parties expect that their physical separation is going to be...
During a divorce case, there are certain assets that can prove to be much more difficult to value than others. In our latest video blog, Partner & Attorney Carole T. Orland walks us through the process in which complex assets are valued, which assets can be...
In Connecticut, property may be split equally between spouses, but it is not mandatory. Instead, Connecticut law provides that all assets that exist at the time of divorce are subject to an “equitable distribution.” What Is Equitable Distribution? When spouses...
Experts are often used in child custody cases to advise attorneys and/or testify on a relevant issue. While they can offer invaluable assistance in certain cases, they aren't always necessary. Many cases can be resolved without the involvement of an expert if the...
Anyone getting a divorce in Connecticut must disclose their assets to their spouse and to the court. The rationale for this requirement is that the information is needed to properly determine property division, alimony, and child support where applicable. The parties...
We’re incredibly proud to announce that Best Lawyers®, the oldest and most respected peer-review publication company in the legal profession, has named Broder Orland Murray & DeMattie one of the Best Law Firms® in the United States, granting our Westport,...
If you are contemplating divorce, you may have questions about alimony. Inquiries about alimony are among the most frequently asked questions we receive from clients. Whether you are worried that you may be required to pay or you are anxious that you won’t get enough...
Broder Orland Murray & DeMattie LLC is thrilled to announce that 9 of the firm’s attorneys have been recognized as Connecticut Super Lawyers or Super Lawyers Rising Stars for 2023. Eric J. Broder, Co-Founder and Partner: Super Lawyers, 2010, 2013 - 2023; Rising...
If you or your spouse has a family-owned or closely held business, you may be worried about how a divorce may affect the company. A divorce can impact the operations and finances of the business as well as damage the family relationships of those working in the...
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