Even if ending your marriage is the right decision, your divorce is likely to come with some complex emotions. Specifically, you may feel angry, sad or even resentful. These emotions are not exclusive to you, of course. In fact, your kids are likely to experience even...
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Pros and cons of divorce mediation
Mediation is a very attractive way to resolve a divorce quickly. Mediation is cheaper, faster, and less stressful than litigation in many cases. According to Connecticut law, courts may distribute marital property in any manner they see fit. The intended goal of this...
Should you sell your business before a divorce?
For many couples, the most frustrating aspect of a divorce is the process of dividing up assets. Business owners have the particularly puzzling task of breaking down the company into divisible parts between both individuals in the marriage. A simpler solution may be...
Can you change child support payments after divorce?
During your divorce, the court may have considered many factors when determining the amount of child support you either pay or receive. In addition to your income, health and job skills, a judge may have based support amounts on the specific educational, medical and...
Can you collect Social Security using an ex-spouse’s record?
When you split from your Connecticut spouse and have a limited work history, you may question whether you might be able to collect Social Security Disability Insurance or retirement benefits based on your ex-husband or ex-wife’s work record. Typically, if your...
Stay-at-home parents and divorce: What to know
If you are a stay-at-home parent, getting a divorce presents additional challenges. Without an income, you may wonder if you can afford to divorce your spouse. You have many disadvantages during the process, making it critical to understand your options and your...
How may Connecticut couples divide their homes during a divorce?
Under Connecticut's divorce statutes, couples divide their assets fairly between them. Property that you and your soon-to-be ex-spouse bought together during marriage distributes based on fairness in divorce. To determine what is fair, however, may involve discussions...
Should you use online divorce forms?
Getting a divorce is a stressful process. There are many elements to deal with at a time when emotions are high. You may try to simplify things by representing yourself or using online divorce forms to avoid traditional procedures. However, this option may end up...
How is collaborative divorce different from other methods?
A collaborative divorce is one of several methods available to reach a settlement with your spouse. It requires a formal commitment to the process and the open and free exchange of information. Collaborative divorce is a relatively new option for reaching a divorce...
How can you tell your spouse you want a divorce?
To determine that you need to separate from your spouse can be difficult. Once you know you want to split, how can you tell him or her the news? According to Psychology Today, treating the initial conversation can set the tone for the rest of the divorce. The...
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