Heidi E. Opinsky, Legal Blog

Divorce and Alimony Law (Podcast)

In this podcast, Heidi Opinsky talks with John Maher about divorce and alimony. She explains how alimony payments are determined in a divorce, and she touches on the differences between the laws in New York and Connecticut. John Maher:Hi, I’m John Maher and I’m here today with Heidi Opinski. Heidi is a Divorce and Child Custody Lawyer in Connecticut and…

Divorce Litigation and Divorce Alternatives

Divorce Litigation for Stamford, CT; All of New York and Connecticut Understanding Divorce Alternatives Looking for a skilled divorce lawyer in the Darien, Fairfield, Greenwich, New Canaan, Ridgefield, and Wilton, CT or Manhattan, NY and the surrounding areas to help navigate your legal separation? You’ve come to the right place.  When a couple is going through a divorce, an amicable…

Divorce and Division of Property (Podcast)

In this podcast, Heidi Opinsky talks with John Maher about the division of property during a divorce. he explains what couples need to consider when dividing their property, and she outlines what happens when they can’t come to agreements on their own. John Maher: Hi, I’m John Maher. I’m here today with Heidi Opinsky. Heidi is a Divorce and Child…

Collaborative Divorce: What Is It & Do I Need It?

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…

Are Divorce Records in New York Public or Private?

Traditionally, when civil cases reach the stage of litigation, court records become public. However, this is not the case in New York when it comes to records of family legal matters, including divorce, child custody, alimony, and other similar issues. There may occasionally be exceptions to the rule though, so it’s important to understand the law regarding the confidentiality of…

Child Custody in a Divorce (Podcast)

In this podcast, Heidi Opinsky talks with John Maher about child custody during a divorce. She covers factors parents need to know and looks at what happens when parents can’t agree on a custody arrangement for their children. John Maher: Hi, I’m John Maher, and I’m here today with Heidi Opinsky. Heidi is a divorce and child custody lawyer in…

Divorce Arbitration In Connecticut & New York

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…

Parents Barred From CT Religious Vaccine Exemption

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…

Contested Vs. Uncontested Divorce (Podcast)

In this podcast, Heidi Opinsky talks with John Maher about contested vs. uncontested divorces. She explains the differences and talks about how a lawyer can help you get through arguments and to an uncontested divorce. John Maher: Hi, I’m John Maher. I’m here today with Heidi Opinsky. Heidi is a divorce and child custody lawyer in Connecticut and New York…

Divorce Litigation and Alternatives (Podcast)

Attorney Heidi Opinsky talks about divorce litigation, and she discusses alternatives to litigation such as mediation and collaborative law. John Maher: Hi, I’m John Maher, and I’m here today with Heidi Opinsky. Heidi is a divorce and child custody lawyer in Connecticut and New York and has over 30 years of legal experience in mediation, collaborative law and litigation, and she…