Home »
Family Law Blog
Who Gets the Family Pet in Divorce?
Ask any pet lover and they will say that their pet is a member of the family. However, under Connecticut law, a pet is treated as property, no matter how much you love them and how well they are treated. That’s true in divorce cases as well. While you may think of...
How is Child Support Calculated in the State of Connecticut?
It’s no secret that divorce can have an immeasurable effect on your life, even more so when children are involved. Oftentimes, when parents are navigating the divorce process, they find themselves confused as to how exactly child support works and is calculated...
When Can a Custodial Parent Relocate with a Child?
Child custody and parenting time are frequent areas of conflict. One of the most difficult issues is when one custodial parent wants to relocate out of Connecticut with the child. Connecticut courts apply different standards for deciding if relocation will be...
Common Questions about Alimony in Connecticut
If you’re currently navigating a Connecticut divorce, it is important that you have a solid understanding of alimony and how it may affect your divorce case. In our latest video blog, Partner and Attorney Sarah Murray weighed in on some of the most common...
Exclusive Occupancy in a Connecticut Divorce
In the beginning stages of divorce, many couples wonder whether or not they should still coinhabit the marital home, or seek separate living arrangements. In most circumstances, it’s highly suggested that couples live separately as soon as the divorce process...
Using Social Media During Your Divorce? Proceed with Caution
Social media provides an easy way to stay in touch with friends and family. However, in the context of divorce, social media has significant downsides and little upside. If you want to remain active on social media during your divorce, here are some guidelines to...
Is There Such A Thing As A Friendly Divorce?
Divorce can be incredibly difficult; however, there is no clear-cut reason as to why it can’t be friendly. Keeping your divorce as amicable as possible can be incredibly beneficial- as it lessens the emotional toll the process takes on all involved and the cost...
What Kind of Parenting Time Plan Should You Expect?
Years ago, the typical parenting time plan gave a noncustodial parent every other weekend with the children and a mid-week dinner or overnight stay. However, changes in how society views shared custody and flexibility in work schedules have altered what parents and...
What Happens to Life Insurance After Divorce or Legal Separation?
During the divorce process, spouses are prohibited from letting a life insurance policy lapse or changing the beneficiaries absent a written agreement or by order of the Court. This is to maintain the status quo concerning each party's property rights while the terms...
At What Age Can a Child Refuse Visitation?
When parents divorce, working out custody and parenting time can take significant time and effort. Unfortunately, their agreement may hit a snag if their child doesn't want to comply with the arrangements. Teenagers, in particular, may object to being told they must...
Search Our Website
BRODER ORLAND MURRAY & DEMATTIE LLC
Westport Law Office Map
Greenwich Law Office Map
Phone: 203-222-4949
Fax: 203-227-0766
Tell Us About Your Case
"*" indicates required fields
