Family Law Blog

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...

The propriety of recording your children during a divorce can vary depending on several factors. Therefore, it's essential to consult with a family law attorney to understand your rights and limitations regarding recording your children.  In our latest video blog,...

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...

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...

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...