The process of divorce can be time-consuming, stressful, and costly. Collaborative divorce can help. While the majority of divorces aren’t as dramatic as those on TV, they certainly aren’t easy. A divorce typically requires you to hire a lawyer and depending on whether or not you and your spouse agree on various issues of your divorce, you may spend months…
Interested in divorce arbitration? For many people, the idea of litigating their divorce is a nightmare. From child custody and support to alimony, retirement benefits, and property division, going through the process of dissolving your marriage contentiously is difficult at best. Fortunately, there are options available for residents of Connecticut and New York who would rather get a divorce without…
Earlier this year, Connecticut governor Ned Lamont signed a bill that made the Constitution State the sixth in the U.S. to revoke the right of parents to claim a religious exemption from child vaccination mandates that have been established by schools, universities, and day care providers. According to the National Conference of State Legislatures, the only other U.S. states without…
Child Custody in CT is Decided by the Court, Based on Several Important Factors When going through a divorce, one of the main factors that require consolidation is the custody of the children. Such matters are very sensitive and often lead to long and grueling legal brawls since both parents often believe they alone have the right to be the…
Have you been alienated from your child? Here’s what you need to know In New York, parental alienation is not explicitly recognized as a legal term or grounds for a claim. However, it can still be a factor that a court considers when making custody and visitation decisions. Parental alienation is a situation where one parent tries to turn a…
Child Support Lawyers Serving Fairfield, CT; Manhattan, NY; All of New York and Connecticut When a couple has made the difficult decision to get a divorce, one of the biggest concerns is maintaining the quality of life their children always have enjoyed after they have terminated their relationship and started two separate households. In order to do this, the courts…
When a judge orders child support, both parents are legally obligated to abide by the terms of the order. However, if your financial circumstances change, the initial child support order may become ineffective or inappropriate. You can’t just quit paying child support or lower your payment. What you need to do instead is file a request for a Post-Judgment Modification.…
Discover tips for creating financial safety when divorcing in New York. Get help from an experienced Manhattan divorce attorney below. Finances are one of the most important considerations when divorcing in New york. Not only do you need to take the cost of getting a divorce into consideration, you also need to make sure that you will be okay financially…
Child Custody Law Firm Serving Fairfield, CT; Manhattan, NY; All of New York and Connecticut A child custody lawyer can be a valuable asset to you during your divorce or separation. One of the most difficult parts of ending a marriage is deciding what is in the best interests of the children. This includes making determinations about legal and physical…
If you are a parent who is going through a divorce or custody dispute in Connecticut, you may be required to take a parenting education program. As of October 1, 2020, these programs may now be completed online, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. What is a Parenting Education Program? In order to provide the best care for your child, it’s…