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Educational Expenses in Divorce

Educational expenses in divorce include expenses associated with higher education. Pursuant to Connecticut General Statutes § 46b-56c, an educational support order is defined as an order requiring a parent to provide support for a child or children to attend, for up to four full academic years, an institution of higher education or a private occupational school for the purpose of attaining a bachelor’s or other undergraduate degree, or other appropriate vocational instruction.

What Is the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) in Connecticut?

What Is the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) in Connecticut?

What is an Educational Support Order in Connecticut?

What is an Educational Support Order in Connecticut?

Paying College Education After Divorce

At the time of a divorce, parties can reserve jurisdiction, a court’s authority to decide an issue, over matters regarding their child’s post-secondary education expenses.  It is particularly helpful to reserve jurisdiction if the parties have young children, as a family’s needs may change and one parent may wish to seek assistance from the other parent in facilitating their child’s college education.

Transforming Divorce in St. Louis: A Guide to Harmonious Separation

Discover how 'Embracing a New Perspective' transforms divorce in St. Louis from conflict to cooperation, focusing on amicable solutions and personal growth.

Divorce vs Separation: What’s the Difference?

Divorce legally ends a marriage, allowing remarriage, while separation involves living apart without dissolving the marriage. Divorce involves asset division and legal ramifications, unlike informal separations. Reconciliation is easier after separation than divorce.

Texas Divorce Requirements: A Comprehensive Guide

Explore the pathways of Texas divorce with our comprehensive guide, designed to illuminate the legal requirements, property division, and child custody intricacies with a dash of Texan spirit and empathy. Navigate through this challenging chapter with knowledge, support, and a friendly guide to light your way to new beginnings. #TexasDivorce #NavigatingDivorce #NewBeginnings #LoneStarLegalGuide

How to File for Divorce in Missouri

This article provides a comprehensive guide on how to file for divorce in Missouri, a "no-fault" state. Steps include filing a petition, notifying the other spouse, financial disclosures, and either reaching a settlement or going to trial.

Understanding Open Enrollment For Gestational Surrogacy

Gestational surrogacy is, to say the least, a complex legal and ethical landscape to navigate, for intended parents and surrogates alike. That complex landscape is made even more so with the rapidly approaching Open Enrollment period, which runs from November to December. Open Enrollment is a period during which individuals can select or modify their health insurance plans. It presents both opportunities and challenges for those engaged in the surrogacy process and this article will delve into how Open Enrollment impacts gestational surrogacy arrangements.

Navigating Divorce in St. Louis: How a Family Law Attorney Can Help

A St. Louis Family Law Attorney guides you through emotional challenges and legal complexities of divorce, offering legal experience and emotional support.

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