What is Parental Alienation? Parental alienation is defined as an action by a parent which threatens the relationship between a child and a parent. Parental Alienation has been defined as: “circumstance where one parent portrays the other parent in a negative light,...
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What is the Difference between a Family Services Evaluation and a Private Custody Evaluation in a Connecticut Divorce?
I Have a Contested Custody Case: What are My Options for a Custody Evaluation? In some divorce cases in Connecticut where legal or physical custody is at issue, or where there is a significant custody-related dispute, such as a dispute regarding a parent’s relocation...
Divorce in Connecticut – Who’s on Your “Team?”
Who’s on your “team” during a divorce? Whether you are just starting to consider divorce or you are in the midst of divorce proceedings, having a team of carefully selected professionals to support you can make a huge difference when navigating through divorce. Legal...
I LOVE MY WIFE BUT MY MARRIAGE IS OVER. NOW WHAT?
What should I do if I am thinking about divorce? You should do some soul searching if you haven’t already. Reflect on what is happening in your relationship and whether there is any hope of repairing it. Seek marriage counseling or couples therapy to get support or...
HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE DURING AND AFTER DIVORCE IN CONNECTICUT
This Week's Blog by Jaime S. Dursht. Typically families and couples rely on a single health insurance coverage plan, either through the spouse’s employer or privately, to maintain coverage for the entire family. Once a Judgment of Divorce is entered, the...
May A Civil Court Enforce a Ketubah as a “Prenuptial Agreement?”
What is a Ketubah? In the Jewish tradition, many couples (including both observant and non-observant couples) sign a Jewish marriage contract, known as a Ketubah, in conjunction with entering into a civil marriage. While the wording of Ketubahs is not uniform,...
Hiring a Divorce Attorney in Connecticut
This Week's Blog by Christopher J. DeMattie. Why Should I Hire a Divorce Attorney in Connecticut A divorce is generally one of the most emotional events you can go through. It is also typically the largest and most impactful financial event of your life. If you are...
What Happens at a Preargument Conference in a Connecticut Family Law Appeal?
This Week's Blog by Sarah E. Murray. What is a Preargument Conference? In most appeals of civil cases in Connecticut, including family law and divorce cases, a Preargument Conference is required prior to the appeal progressing to the briefing and oral argument stages....
Should a Financial Forensic Evaluator be Retained in My Divorce Case ?
This Week's Blog by Carole T. Orland What is a financial forensic evaluator? A financial forensic evaluator is typically an individual with certain certifications and qualifications who is educated and trained to analyze financial information in your divorce...
What Provisions Should Be Included in a Parenting Plan?
This Week's Blog by Nicole M. DiGiose. What is a Parenting Plan? A Parenting Plan is a document, usually in the form of an agreement, that addresses child-related issues, such as legal custody and a parental access schedule. In the absence of an agreed-upon Parenting...
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