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Quitclaim Deeds and Divorce
At some point when discussing property division in your divorce, the term “quitclaim deed” may come up. Quitclaim deeds arise during divorce in the context of real estate — also called “real...
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What is an Ex Parte?
“Ex parte” is one of the legal terms that often comes up when there is an emergency family law issue. Due process requires that parties are entitled to notice and the opportunity to be heard. This is...
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What is Emergency Ex Parte Custody?
“Ex parte” is one of the legal terms that often comes up when there is an emergency custody issue. Due process requires that parties are entitled to notice and the opportunity to be heard. This is true...
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What is a Temporary Injunction?
A temporary injunction is a court order prohibiting an action by a party to a lawsuit until there has been a trial or other court action. Sometimes, a party will file a request for a temporary...
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How to Have an Amicable Divorce
You know you want to move on, but you also want an amicable divorce. How do you do everything possible to move on amicably? You’re looking for a divorce you can be proud of, that is respectful to the...
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What’s the Connecticut Divorce Parenting Class Requirement?
Many people involved in a divorce, separation, or custody matter wonder whether Connecticut has a divorce parenting class requirement. The short answer is yes, Connecticut requires parents to take a...
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Connecticut Child Custody Laws
There’s a lot of legal terminology involved when making custody, visitation, & parenting decisions in your divorce or following a breakup with your partner. It’s no wonder that a common question...
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What Is Palimony?
What is palimony? Does palimony exist in Connecticut? Read on to learn more, including the definition of palimony, as well as some common misconceptions. Palimony Definition Palimony is the division...
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What Is a Divorce Decree?
You may have heard the term “divorce decree” and wondered exactly what it is? Read on to learn more about divorce decrees — including what they are, how they work, and how to get a copy of one. What...
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While no divorce is easy, international divorce and custody cases can be especially complex and high-stake. If you are facing the prospect of an international divorce, you need legal help from a...
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What Does Affidavit Mean?
The financial affidavit is one of the main, and most important, documents in a Connecticut divorce. We use them in every type of divorce: litigated, collaborative, and mediated. But what does...
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2021 Child Tax Credit Includes July 15 Advances
There have been some significant changes to the 2021 Child Tax Credit under the American Rescue Plan. The good news is that the credit increased for many. However, there are potential complications...
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Child Support vs Alimony
What is the difference between alimony and child support? Read on to learn more about child support vs alimony — including the differences (and similarities) between the two. Child Support vs Alimony...
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Child Support & Bonuses
Child support is a major financial consideration in divorces with children and custody actions. But what about child support and bonuses? Do courts include a parent’s bonus in her income when...
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Bifurcation & Divorce
Kelly Clarkson has been in the news for seeking a bifurcation in her divorce. But what does it mean to bifurcate your divorce? We’ve told you before that prenups aren’t just for celebrities — is...
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What Is a Scheduling Order?
It’s time to talk about family law legal terminology again, and today’s topic is “What is a scheduling order?” Read on to learn more. Scheduling Order Basics A scheduling order is a court order that...
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Property Division in Financially Complex Divorces in Connecticut
In financially complex, high-asset divorces, all money-related aspects—specifically alimony, child support, and property division—can be tricky. Property division is probably the most challenging...
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What Is a Motion for Continuance?
One of the questions that come up in family law cases is: What is a Motion for Continuance? In the majority of litigated divorces, there is at least one Motion for Continuance filed. But what is it,...
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What is a Divorce Resolution Plan Date?
The Resolution Plan Date is one of the first court dates you’ll have in your family law matter. But what is a Resolution Plan Date (or “RPD”)? What happens there? Read on for answers. Resolution Plan...
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What Is a Divorce Trial?
A major question for many is “What is a divorce trial?” How many divorces have a trial? If they do, what’s it like? Read on to learn more. Divorce Trial Basics A divorce trial is what happens when...
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