This can be a tough call – should I change my divorce lawyer? Sometimes it makes sense to get a new perspective or change things up. So on occasion, firing your divorce lawyer and hiring a new one (or representing yourself) is the way to go. I think the most common reason…
Connecticut Divorce Courts require litigants to use new versions of Financial Affidavits. This became effective January 2, 2014. The requirement applies to divorces, modifications of alimony and child support and other matters involving income and assets. One version, the short form, is for those whose income and assets are less than $75,000. The other version,…
Effective January 6, 2014, Limited Scope Representation will be permitted in Connecticut divorces and other family court matters. There has been some disagreement amongst the bar on this topic but I think it can be a cost effective way to retain counsel. Limited Scope Representation permits a litigant to hire a divorce lawyer for only…
Under Connecticut law, either spouse can petition the court for a modification of alimony unless the divorce decree precludes modification. In other words, some Separation Agreements prohibit modification altogether – others limit modification to amount or the duration of support. If a Motion to Modify Alimony is filed, a former spouse can request an…
Connecticut divorces often involve prenuptial agreements and the questions that go with it. Can I get the prenuptial agreement thrown out? Is the prenup valid? Will it be upheld? How can I get out of it? These questions are often asked after a divorce has been filed when one spouse realizes that if a prenup…
Out with the old and in with the new. Effective January 1, 2014, the Family Courts in Connecticut will be using new versions of Financial Affidavits. One version, the short form, is for those whose income and assets are less than $75,000. The other version, the long form, is for those whose income or assets…