Family businesses can pose unique challenges in divorce, especially where multiple generations or branches of the family are involved. A spouse's interest in a business is considered a marital asset subject to equitable distribution and a source of income used to...
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What Happens If Your Spouse Empties a Joint Account During Your Divorce?
If you are considering divorce or in the process, you may be worried that your spouse could empty your joint account during the divorce. The reality is that your spouse cannot deplete your account, and if he or she does so, you have recourse in Court. This situation...
Frequently Asked Questions About Child Custody in Divorce
Child custody is often the top concern of parents getting a divorce. Many parents fear losing custody, visitation, and/or control over decisions involving their children. While every child custody case is different, the same basic rules apply. If you are considering...
Divorce Attorneys as Advocates and Counselors
Choosing the right attorney is an important first step in your divorce. You want someone with the requisite skills and experience, but also an individual you can feel comfortable working with and trusting with significant legal, financial, and emotional issues. As a...
When Are You Legally Separated?
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...
Is it Fair to Divide Assets 50/50 in a Divorce?
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...
When Should You Use an Expert in Child Custody Cases?
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...
Do You Have to Disclose All Assets in Divorce?
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...
Best Lawyers® Recognizes Broder Orland Murray & DeMattie LLC in the 2024 Best Law Firms® Rankings
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,...
Frequently Asked Questions About Alimony
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...
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