In many divorce cases, the most valuable asset is the house. Therefore, it is no surprise that how to handle the house is also one the most important decisions a divorcing couple faces. There are many possibilities when it comes to property division. But whatever the decision is, this is an area of the Separation…
A group called Action on Smoking and Health apparently performed a survey on the relationship between custody issues and smoking. The group claims that the issue of smoking is an effective threat for a nonsmoking parent to use in court to gain an advantage in a custody or visitation battle. That’s extreme – but consider…
Back in September I blogged about how lifetime alimony awards in Connecticut were substantially decreasing. Lifetime alimony in Connecticut – is it over? – Bridgeport, CT Metro/Family and Personal Injury Law Blog | Brian D. Kaschel La Now comes word that legislation will introduced in Connecticut to eliminate lifetime alimony. If passed, the new law…
Connecticut Divorce Arbitration is an example of Alternative Dispute Resolution in that the contested issues are resolved outside of court. However, it differs from mediation. I think it is easiest to think of mediation as a facilitated settlement process and arbitration as a quicker and potentially less expensive quasi-trial. Mediation is a process where the…
Here’s a list I wish I could give clients before they consult me: 1. Do gather financial records. Important financial records such as tax returns, pay stubs, statements from all bank accounts (including credit cards) and retirement accounts such as 401k’s and pensions should be gathered and made available to the attorney early in the…
Take a look at the link below. The blog references some sobering quotes from a judge who presides over custody cases in New York. I have heard many attempts by judges to encourage parents to settle custody cases but never anything as blunt as this! I DON’T Love Your children! | NYC Divorce Mediation Any…