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…
Property Division Lawyer Heidi Opinsky for Divorce in New York & Connecticut Divorce in New York and Connecticut can be complex. One of the most contentious parts of any divorce is the equitable distribution of property, in which the court strives to divide assets and liabilities fairly and equitably. When the divorce involves a moderate to high net worth couple,…
Even the cheapest DIY divorces tend to cost at least a few hundred dollars, and that’s only if you barely have any property to divide and you don’t have children. The cost of getting a divorce in CT can vary greatly depending on several different factors, some of which you may have control over and some of which you may…
Before you choose a Connecticut divorce lawyer, it’s important to make sure you’re both on the same page about what will happen. Essentially interviewing family law attorneys can be a nerve-wracking experience. However, agreeing to work with someone without doing so first can lead to disappointment, complications, and other frustrations down the road. Here are 5 hard questions to ask your…
Getting a New York divorce is tough no matter how you slice it, but divorcing when you share children with your spouse can be particularly challenging. You’ll need to break the ice, but how you do it and what you say can have a significant impact on a child. Here are some ideas to help you deliver the news more…
Many Couples Going Through a Divorce Own a House Together. So, Here’s the Question: In a Divorce, Who Gets the House? When a married couple officially decides they want to get a divorce, they need to address some serious issues — like the fair division of their assets. With 61% of American homeowners being married couples (1), it becomes imperative…
What You Need to Know About Filing for an Order of Protection in New York Domestic violence is a highly prevalent crime. According to government statistics, the New York City Police Department responds to over 230,000 domestic violence incident reports annually. (1) If you are being abused, harassed, threatened, or intimidated by someone in your circle, the good news is…
In 2011, the Marriage Equality Act was passed, giving all Americans in New York the right to marry regardless of sex or gender identity. Other rights came along with this, including the right to get a divorce. Equitable distribution, child support, and alimony in a same-sex divorce are all considerations that must be made as allowed or mandated by law.…
Generally, Litigated Case Records are Public. However, this Ruling Does Not Apply to New York Divorce Cases Did you know that 8.4% of New York residents go through a divorce? (1) Though this rate is significantly lower than its neighboring states, there are still an alarming number of New York couples who are choosing to end their marriage. When the…
Let’s talk about the adoption process in New York, including the different types of adoptions and legal considerations There are 25,397 children in foster care in New York alone. Of these, 3,051 children have a goal of adoption. (1) Many individuals choose to fulfill the dreams of these children and lovingly welcome them into their families. If you have decided…