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The Engagement Fell Apart . . . Who Keeps the Ring?

The Engagement Fell Apart . . . Who Keeps the Ring?

How to be Validly Married in Connecticut

What are the requirements for a valid marriage ceremony in Connecticut?

Connecticut Courts Allow Limited Scope Representation for Family Law Matters

Connecticut’s court system is beginning a pilot program that will allow people involved in family law cases to hire attorneys on a limited basis. The program begins Jan. 6 and is designed to help people who can’t afford a lawyer to hire one for certain proceedings in their cases. This program is intended to combat the number of pro se litigants in family matters in Connecticut.

When Divorce Mediation May Not be the Best Choice

The process of mediating a divorce can be a great alternative to traditional divorce litigation. For many, a private process that allows them to work through complex financial and child custody issues can be appealing. For others, the financial benefit of mediation which eliminates costly motion practice and costly attorney’s fees are enough to convince them to give mediation a try. Unfortunately, all the benefits aside, mediation is simply not a one size fits all solution to every divorce action.

Divorce & Remarriage: How These Events Impact Your Social Security Benefits

If you’re considering or in the process of divorce, and you’re just shy of your 10th wedding anniversary, you might want to wait a bit and use the time to brush up on all things Social Security before you make the break official.

How is Property Divided Upon Divorce in Connecticut?

How is Property Divided Upon Divorce in Connecticut?

How Is Marital Property Distributed in a Divorce Proceeding in Connecticut?

How Is Marital Property Distributed in a Divorce Proceeding in Connecticut?

How Do I Get My Spouse Out of the Family Home While We Are Going Through a Divorce in Connecticut?

How Do I Get My Spouse Out of the Family Home While We Are Going Through a Divorce in Connecticut?

Attorney Charging Lien in Dissolution of Marriage Settlement Does Not Violate the Rules of Professional Conduct

In a case, the Appellate Court of Connecticut reversed the trial court’s ruling and held that an attorney’s lien on a divorce settlement does not violate Rule 1.5 of the Rules of Professional Conduct. Rule 1.5(d) of the Rules of Professional Conduct states: “a lawyer shall not enter into an arrangement for, charge, or collect: (1) Any fee in a domestic relations matter, the payment or amount of which is contingent upon the securing of a dissolution of marriage or civil union or upon the amount of alimony or support, or property settlement in lieu thereof….” The trial court believed that the lien would fall under the contingency provision and therefore violate this rule.

Does Connecticut Have 'Fault' or 'No Fault' Divorce?

Does Connecticut Have 'Fault' or 'No Fault' Divorce?

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