Family Law Resource Articles

This article offers three pieces of advice for those considering divorcing later in life. Divorcing later in life used to be considered taboo, but nowadays the divorce rate among people in their 50s and 60s is growing dramatically and, as such, so-called "gray...

Filing for divorce is a major event that married Connecticut couples should take seriously. A divorce affects a person dramatically in many ways, including emotionally and financially. It can impact not only the couple, but any children as well. If your marriage is...

Getting divorced can be complicated enough but when you add a family business to the picture, there are many other factors that should be considered during the divorce process. Individuals who own their own business and are getting divorced need to be aware of what...

An increasing number of divorcing Connecticut couples are using mediation to negotiate important issues and settle disputes. The mediator - a neutral third party - helps the couple reach an agreement, but may not have a legal background. Therefore, if issues arise...

Divorce mediation is a good option for Connecticut couples who want to negotiate various issues on their own terms without leaving the decisions up to the courts. The process is typically less stressful, less costly and quicker than going through litigation. Divorce...

While the divorce process, and the acrimony sometimes associated with it, may have a negative impact on Connecticut couples, remaining focused on the financial big picture and fairness can help minimize the negative impact. Divorce can have a significant impact on the...

When most Connecticut couples consider a prenuptial agreement, it's typically for asset protection. One party may have a significant amount of assets that he or she does not want to lose in a divorce. More and more couples are also looking to premarital agreements as...

Divorce often creates tension and frustration between spouses, especially when it comes to negotiating the divorce settlement. All couples getting divorced face challenges when deciding how to divide the marital assets and property but there is one way to reduce the...

Although a child is created by two parents, both do not always get the chance to raise their son or daughter. Although research shows that Connecticut children do better overall when both parents are involved in their child's life, the courts do these children and...

Anyone in Bridgeport who follows family law in the news knows that Japan has earned a bad reputation among American fathers and mothers who were formerly married to Japanese spouses. For years, the United States and numerous European countries have pushed the Japanese...