Family Law Blog

Unlike some states, Connecticut does not distinguish between separate and marital property in divorce. All property owned by either spouse at the time of the divorce is marital property subject to equitable distribution. However, that does not mean that all property...

Couples having significant marital problems often consider trying to separate before filing for divorce. They may refer to their separation as a “legal separation” but rarely is that the case. Instead, they just mean they are living apart. Terms like “trial...

  During your divorce case, there may be circumstances in which experts are summoned to shed light on complex matters. Whether it be real estate appraisers, financial experts, and more, these individuals can be incredibly beneficial to the court. In our latest...

  During the divorce process, many individuals wonder whether or not they will be allowed to date and, if so, how dating might affect the overall outcome of their case. Connecticut has no rules stating that parties to a divorce cannot date during proceedings....

Lump sum payments in a divorce settlement are somewhat common, whether made to satisfy an award of alimony or when dividing certain types of property. Generally, lump sum transfers between former spouses made pursuant to a divorce decree are not taxable. However,...