If you and your spouse have decided to work together and take a respectful and cooperative approach to divorce, do you still need legal assistance? After all, you’re not fighting in court. The short answer is yes, but not in the way you might expect. While divorce...
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Can child custody be awarded to a non-parent in CT?
On Behalf of The Law Offices of James A. Cuddy, LLC | Jul 1, 2025 | Child Custody
In Connecticut, courts usually award child custody to biological parents. However, non-parents can also seek custody under specific circumstances. Although non-parents face a high burden of proof, Connecticut courts may grant custody if it serves the best interests of...
What is a third-party neutral?
On Behalf of The Law Offices of James A. Cuddy, LLC | Jun 27, 2025 | Divorce Mediation
When people go through a traditional divorce, it ends up in court. Each person may have a lawyer or an attorney on their side to represent them and help them with the case. But with divorce mediation, things are a bit different. A couple will often work with a...
Why child custody and addiction don’t mix
On Behalf of The Law Offices of James A. Cuddy, LLC | Jun 20, 2025 | Child Custody
If you are in the middle of a custody fight with your co-parent while struggling to keep an addiction in check, you really have an uphill battle to wage. If you ever wondered if your drinking or drug use was problematic, this is your red flag waving. Now is the time...
How Connecticut courts handle wasteful spending before divorce
On Behalf of The Law Offices of James A. Cuddy, LLC | Jun 5, 2025 | High Asset Divorce
Emotions can run high when a marriage is ending, and sometimes, so can spending. When a spouse wastes marital funds on things unrelated to the marriage, it means there will be less to divide. This can be financially damaging, especially in cases where one spouse...
Are child wishes considered in Connecticut child custody cases?
On Behalf of The Law Offices of James A. Cuddy, LLC | May 29, 2025 | Divorce
In Connecticut, child custody decisions focus on the child's best interests. Courts consider various factors, including the child's own wishes. Understanding how these preferences influence custody rulings can help parents prepare for hearings. How do Connecticut...
A postnuptial agreement can pave the way for a calm divorce
On Behalf of The Law Offices of James A. Cuddy, LLC | May 24, 2025 | Divorce
Many people are familiar with prenuptial agreements. However, they may not see the value in negotiating a contract prior to marriage. During an engagement, people often have idealistic expectations for the future and may not want to do anything that could disrupt the...
Can you change a custody arrangement without going to court?
On Behalf of The Law Offices of James A. Cuddy, LLC | May 21, 2025 | Child Custody
If you and your co-parent decide to make changes to your custody arrangement on your own — whether that means switching pickup schedules, trading weekends or adjusting overnights — it might work fine for a while. But here's the issue: unless those changes are formally...
Can mediation help in high-conflict divorces?
On Behalf of The Law Offices of James A. Cuddy, LLC | May 10, 2025 | Divorce Mediation
Divorce can be incredibly challenging, especially when emotions are running high. If you're facing a high-conflict divorce, you might wonder if mediation is even an option for you. While it might seem like mediation only works for amicable splits, it can actually be a...
3 warning signs that a spouse may be an unfit parent
On Behalf of The Law Offices of James A. Cuddy, LLC | May 7, 2025 | Child Custody
Spouses preparing for divorce have a lot of challenging issues to consider. When they have minor children living at home, the entire process becomes far more complex. In addition to making arrangements for their shared property, divorcing parents also need to address...
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