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What Should I Expect at my Initial Divorce Consultation in Connecticut?
This Week's Blog by Sarah E. Murray What is the Purpose of the Initial Divorce Consultation? After having made the difficult decision to contact an attorney regarding divorce and after making an appointment to meet with him or her, it is natural to feel apprehensive...
Can I Date While Going Through My Divorce?
This Week's Blog by Eric J. Broder Is a Person Allowed to Date While Going through a Divorce? Yes. There is no restriction against dating. In fact, it can often relieve the daily stress of the divorce process. However, as explained below, there are some important...
The Financial Cost of Divorce
This Week's Blog by Carole T. Orland What will my Divorce Cost? The short answer is that it is hard to know at the outset what a divorce will eventually cost. Since virtually all divorce lawyers in Connecticut bill on an hourly rate, the cost is a function of time...
What is an Educational Support Order?
This Week's Blog by Nicole M. DiGiose Does the Court have the Authority to Order a Party to Contribute to a Child’s College Expenses? Yes. Pursuant to General Statutes Section 46b-56c(a), the Court has jurisdiction to enter an order requiring one or both parents to...
Second Opinions in Connecticut Divorce Cases
This Week's Blog by Carole T. Orland Is it Appropriate to Get a Second Opinion in my Divorce Case? Divorce litigation is difficult. It’s costly both emotionally and financially. It is not uncommon for clients to feel overwhelmed by the process and at times...
Can I Get Exclusive Use of the Marital Residence During My Connecticut Divorce?
This Week's Blog by Jaime S. Dursht Yes. Connecticut courts have the authority to award exclusive use and occupancy of the home to either spouse while a divorce is pending, which means that one spouse can be ordered to vacate the home until further court order. ...
Depositions in a Connecticut Divorce Case
This Week's Blog by Christopher J. DeMattie What is a Deposition? A Deposition is when you, your spouse, or a third party is placed under oath and asked various questions by an attorney related to your divorce action. The questions and answers are recorded word for...
Children and Custody Disputes: Do My Child’s Wishes Matter?
Must a Judge Consider My Child’s Wishes in a Custody Dispute? No. It is a common misconception that Judges must consider a child’s preferences in making determinations regarding a child’s custodial arrangement. In fact, the only factor that a Judge must consider in...
Rebuttal Experts in a Connecticut Divorce
This Week's Blog by Christopher J. DeMattie What Is A Rebuttal Expert? Generally, in a Connecticut divorce matter, a rebuttal expert is an individual whom you hire to challenge the opinions of your spouse’s expert. For example, the individual’s field of expertise...
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