On behalf of The Law Offices of James A. Cuddy, LLC | Oct 19, 2020 | Divorce
Many of those preparing for divorce proceedings in Connecticut may feel as though they know what to expect. Yet most people report that learning that one’s 401(k) is subject to property division comes as a surprise. While most believe such accounts are...
On behalf of The Law Offices of James A. Cuddy, LLC | Oct 7, 2020 | Divorce
Sharing with children the news of a parental divorce may be one of the hardest things moms and dads must do. While these conversations are never easy, there are some ways parents can work together to create the best possible outcomes for their children. Discussions...
On behalf of The Law Offices of James A. Cuddy, LLC | Sep 30, 2020 | Divorce
When you decided to take time away from your career and become a stay-at-home mom, you did so because you cared about your kids and wanted to spend more time with them. Most likely, you didn’t think about how that decision would impact you if you got divorced. Yet...
On behalf of The Law Offices of James A. Cuddy, LLC | Sep 23, 2020 | Divorce
Divorce requires making many decisions, especially when it comes to the property division phase of the proceedings. The fate of a family business becomes a focal point at this time. If you have no wish to put the business on the market, what other options do you have?...
On behalf of The Law Offices of James A. Cuddy, LLC | Sep 10, 2020 | Divorce
Even relatively amicable divorces can be difficult for children. Kids often imagine they had something to do with their parents’ split, or feel that their parents will cease loving them as a result. While nothing could be farther from the truth, children must be...
On behalf of The Law Offices of James A. Cuddy, LLC | Sep 7, 2020 | Divorce
It is natural to share parts of your life on social media, even when you are going through a contentious divorce. While it may be cathartic to vent how you are really feeling about your ex-spouse online, it can come back to haunt you if something you said is presented...
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,...
