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In November 2008, Connecticut legalized same sex marriage so naturally we allow same sex divorces.
But just how are same sex divorces handled? And how are they different from other actions and legal separations?
Generally, the procedure and the law is he same whether it is a same sex divorce or the “traditional” variety. The waiting period (90 days) is the same. The court rules and overall procedure are the same. The judge applies the same statutes.
But there are differences because of federal law. Here are a few:
1. Social Security. A same sex spouse is not entitled to survivor benefits.
2. Retirement Plans. Certain retirement plans, like a federal pension, may not allow a distribution to a same sex spouse.
3. Child custody. If a parent relocates to a state that does not recognize same sex marriage, custody orders may not be enforced and the collection of child support difficult.
4. Alimony/spousal support. Alimony is taxable to the recipient and a “write off” to the payor. However, the IRS however has no regulations to address the tax consequences of alimony in the context of a same sex breakup.
Although the laws in Connecticut do not distinguish between a same sex dissolution and a “traditional” divorce, it is crucial to identify these differences.
This is one area of family law that always evolving and in a state of flux. A thorough understanding of ever changing federal laws on this subject allows for effective representation when negotiating a same sex settlement.
I represent clients in Connecticut Family Court and Divorce proceedings though out Fairfield County including those who reside in Easton, Fairfield, Monroe, Trumbull, Stratford, Bridgeport, Westport, Weston, New Canaan, Wilton, Norwalk, Darien, Stamford and Greenwich.
Please email me or call me in Stamford at (203) 356-1475 or in Fairfield at (203) 259-5251 if you have questions about Connecticut gay divorce requirements.
Potential changes to the Child Support Guidelines are coming. The Guidelines were last amended in 2005.
Proposed changes include:
- The treatment of alimony
- Updating the Guidelines schedule
- Adding additional deviation criteria
- Changing the format of the guidelines worksheet
Some parents complain about how little child support they receive or how much they have to pay.
Well – the public is invited to submit written comments concerning the Guidelines or attend public hearings on the subject.
Here is the link with information on how to participate:
DSS: Notice of Intent to Amend Child Support and Arrearage Guidelines Regulations
A divorce judge has the authority to order either spouse to pay Connecticut divorce legal fees.
Payment of legal fees in a Connecticut can be ordered at two stages:
While the divorce is pending
A judge can order one spouse to pay the reasonable legal fees of the other spouse. This typically occurs when there are sufficient funds in the marital estate but those funds are within the sole control of only one spouse. The rationale at this stage is to make sure that the rights of both spouses are protected and that neither spouse is denied the opportunity to retain an attorney.
When the divorce is over
At the end of the case, a judge can order that a husband or wife pay the other’s outstanding legal fees. Sometimes a judge will order a spouse to pay part of the fees; other times the whole nut.
Technically, the judge should look at the same factors as when deciding alimony. But it really comes down to whether a spouse has ample liquid funds to pay their own fees and making sure that orders to pay legal costs do not undermine the other financial aspects of the divorce judgment.
In addition, some judges place great weight on fault when ruling on the issue of legal fees. Spouses who cheat, commit acts of domestic violence, dissipate marital assets or present poorly in court have exposure when it comes to payment of legal fees. In essence, fault – if it is the cause of the breakdown of the marriage – can be a factor in the award of the legal fees.
Bear in mind that although the court applies the alimony factors when deciding the issue of legal fees, it does not follow that the award of alimony automatically means an award of legal fees.
I represent clients in divorce matters throughout Easton, Fairfield, Monroe, Trumbull, Stratford, Shelton, Bridgeport, Westport, Weston, New Canaan, Wilton, Norwalk, Darien, Stamford and Greenwich.
other financial aspects of the divorce judgment.
In addition, some judges place great weight on fault when ruling on the issue of legal fees. Spouses who cheat, commit acts of domestic violence, dissipate marital assets or present poorly in court have exposure when it comes to payment of legal fees. In essence, fault – if it is the cause of the breakdown of the marriage – can be a factor in the award of the legal fees.
Bear in mind that although the court applies the alimony factors when deciding the issue of legal fees, it does not follow that the award of alimony automatically means an award of legal fees.
I represent clients in divorce matters throughout Easton, Fairfield, Monroe, Trumbull, Stratford, Shelton, Bridgeport, Westport, Weston, New Canaan, Wilton, Norwalk, Darien, Stamford and Greenwich.
This is a common question at an initial consultation.
So is the flip side – how much will I have to pay in child support?
The custodial parent will naturally want to make sure the payment is enough to absorb the cost of being the primary parent. The noncustodial parent may have limited resources for meeting all their obligations and has to make sure everything is fair and accounted for.
Connecticut uses Child Support Guidelines that are designed to:
- Provide uniform procedures to establish adequate support for children;
- Make awards fair across the board; and
- Promote efficiency in court.
The notion behind the Guidelines is that a child should receive the same proportion of a parent’s income as they would have received if the parents lived together. After all, it is not the child’s decision that the parents live apart by virtue of divorce or for other reasons.
Makes sense.
Here’s how it works.
Child support in Connecticut is calculated using Child Support Guidelines. The parents plug in their gross incomes into worksheets. Certain deductions are allowed to arrive at a net figure. The parents combined net amount is then carried over to a chart to determine the presumed weekly child support payment. The payment gradually increases as the number of children increase.
However, there are unique situations that may justify a deviation from the formula. Therefore, Connecticut law grants a judge the discretion to set a higher or lower support number based on “deviation criteria.” This is where an attorney can be most beneficial.
A Connecticut Juvenile Court judge has the authority to send a child to juvenile detention. Basically, juveniel detention is a secure facility where a child who has been arrested is held. There are two Juvenile Detention Centers in Connecticut – one in Bridgeport and the other in Hartford.
A child ends up in juvenile detention in one of two ways:
The police.
At the time a child is arrested, the law enforcement can place them in detention if they are charged with a serious juvenile offense.
A judge.
A child can also be sent to detention by a Juvenile Court judge during the initial court appearance (arraignment) or if they violate court orders.
The judge must determine whether at least one of the following grounds for detention exists:
- The child will run away;
- The child will commit or attempt to commit other offenses injurious to the child or the community;
- Allowing the child to continue to live in their home poses a risk to the child or the community because of the dangerous act(s) the child allegedly committed;
- The need to hold the child for another court;
- The need to hold the child to make sure the child appears for this case; or
- The child has violated previous orders suspending placement in detention.
How long does a child stay in detention?
A judge must review a child’s stay in detention at least every fifteen days. At the hearing, the judge will listen to arguments from the Prosecutor and the child’s attorney on the continued need for the child to be detained. A favorable report from detention staff and reasonable assurances from the child go a long way.
What happens when a child is released from detention?
If a child is discharged from detention, they are typically released to a parent or guardian under certain court imposed requirements. For example, a child may be on house arrest, have to wear an electronic monitoring bracelet or submit to drug testing as conditions of release. If they mess up, they are back in detention and usually for much longer.