Shelton Family Law Blog
Relocation, child custody changes and the view of the court
Let us say that you have received a long-awaited promotion at work, but it requires relocating with your nine-year-old son, Michael, from Shelton, CT, to Newark, NJ. What kind of issues will you face with the other parent and the court, and how will the move affect...
Can a child’s disability affect custody matters?
When you and your spouse decide to divorce there are many factors to consider, but few are important as arranging the care of a special-needs child. The University of Wisconsin released a study that suggests divorce rates among couples with disabled kids may not be as...
What Should I Know About Child Custody Law?
The court handling your divorce case in Connecticut can also rule on the custody of your child. The standard statutory provision states that if you have children with your spouse during your marriage, you will have joint custody. Again, it says that you will both have...
How does divorce mediation work?
Mediation is a great way to work through a high conflict situation. This is why it works so well in a divorce. Naturally, there will be conflict when you end your marriage. However, the divorce process does not have to turn bitter and create even more tension in your...
What can you do when divorce mediation fails?
Mediation is an easy way that couples use to settle their divorce disputes. A mediator acts as the moderator, advisor, legal translator, etc. Sometimes a court may advise you to try the mediation process as it works better than the court process for some cases....
Entering a new relationship during a custody battle
The divorce process is challenging for a host of reasons, from the high levels of stress associated with ending a marriage to financial uncertainty. However, matters involving kids are very tough for many parents and particularly difficult issues, such as custody...
What fathers should know about their custody rights after divorce
During a divorce, both parents have equal custody rights until the court decides who becomes the primary custodian. Every state has child custody laws, and couples in Shelton should understand this when considering what will happen to their children after divorce....
What is collaborative divorce and how does it work?
Collaborative law divorce is an alternative to the traditional divorce process that may benefit the divorcing couple as they sort out divorce-related issues. Collaborative law divorce can be a more efficient and less emotionally and financially costly approach to...
The costs of credit card debt during divorce
Money can create a significant burden in any marriage. But when spouses have high levels of credit card debt at the time of their separation, it can create some extra stressors. Credit card companies often don't care how much a couple’s divorce may cost. For many,...
How to reduce the impact of divorce on teens
Divorce is a difficult time for everyone involved. When going through a divorce, the number one question on many parents’ minds is “how will this affect my child?” With the sudden influx of hormones and stresses of everyday life, teenagers are already dealing with a...
