On behalf of The Law Offices of James A. Cuddy, LLC | Aug 3, 2020 | Divorce
When you and your spouse decide to get divorced, part of this process involves splitting up your assets. The Connecticut Judicial Branch states that Connecticut is an equitable distribution property state, so the court will divide your marital property in a way deemed...
On behalf of The Law Offices of James A. Cuddy, LLC | Jul 16, 2020 | Divorce
When you marry your spouse and start a family, you never expect it to end in divorce. When it does happen, however, a split can sometimes be for the best. If you have children, this may be a difficult time for them as well. When raising teenagers while going through a...
On behalf of The Law Offices of James A. Cuddy, LLC | Jun 30, 2020 | Divorce
In an ideal divorce, the couple files uncontested and amicably files paperwork. They then move on with their lives and might even remain civil with each other. In fact, these divorces are becoming more common now that divorce no longer carries the stigma it once did....
On behalf of The Law Offices of James A. Cuddy, LLC | Apr 28, 2020 | Divorce
Going through divorce poses many challenges for couples in Connecticut, especially as they work to separate their lives and move forward as independent persons. The process of moving apart may create additional challenges for people who share children with their ex,...
On behalf of The Law Offices of James A. Cuddy, LLC | Apr 11, 2020 | Divorce
For some couples, moving into a new home or even a different party of the country is very exciting. Couples cannot wait to begin their new lives and pursue lucrative opportunities, such as a better job or hobbies that one was previously unable to participate in. On...
On behalf of The Law Offices of James A. Cuddy, LLC | Apr 5, 2020 | Divorce
When you divorce, Connecticut law requires you and your spouse to divide your marital property fairly and equitably between you. In other words, we are one of the many equitable distribution states. But what does this mean? As FindLaw explains, the words “equitable”...
On behalf of The Law Offices of James A. Cuddy, LLC | Mar 10, 2020 | Divorce
For many couples, money can be a source of conflict and angst. In some cases, financial differences or struggles can even contribute to the irrevocable breakdown of the relationship. For married persons, this leaves them facing the challenge of figuring out how to...
On behalf of The Law Offices of James A. Cuddy, LLC | Feb 24, 2020 | Divorce
If you’re sitting there reading this blog and wondering whether you need an attorney to assist you with your divorce, you’re not alone. Many people think that they can handle marriage dissolution matters on their own, especially when they can amicably work with their...
On behalf of The Law Offices of James A. Cuddy, LLC | Feb 18, 2020 | Divorce
While many people in Shelton go into divorce proceedings believing that they know everything as to what to expect, there will inevitably be some issues that will take them by surprise. For many, learning that one’s 401k account is subject to marital property...
On behalf of The Law Offices of James A. Cuddy, LLC | Jan 15, 2020 | 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...
