Alimony

Connecticut state senator Rob Kane resigned from his post on Jan. 4 to accept a $146,000-a-year job as the Chief State Auditor. His job will be to make sure government officials meet legal requirements when handling the state's finances. Kane's ex-wife filed a motion...

Spousal support is one of the considerations in many divorces. In our previous blog, we discussed some mistakes that are made regarding alimony. It is important that you avoid those mistakes. We can help you do just that. One thing that often occurs in divorces is...

When you're caught up in the heat of a divorce, it can be easy to give into the emotional and mental pressure of the situation. That pressure can lead you to make decisions that seem right in the moment but which are not as helpful down the road. Alimony is often a...

If you are ordered to pay alimony following a divorce, it's a good idea to keep organized records showing your payments. One reason that you might want to keep records is so you can prove that you made timely, appropriate payments. Such evidence could become important...

Are you paying child support or spousal support? Are you concerned that the payments are simply not affordable at this time? Keep paying what you can. Anything you don't pay can be considered a debt, and legal action could be taken. Instead of stopping the payments on...

Will I get alimony and will I have to pay alimony are two of the most common questions family law attorneys get. Alimony, much like child support, is a hot-button issue that affects many divorces. Two of the most important factors when it comes to alimony are the...

In Connecticut, a couple generally must be married at least five years or longer before spousal support, or alimony, is awarded. The court has a number of factors to consider before determining the award, which can include: -- The age of each spouse -- The health of...

Many people may think about divorcing their spouse; however, for one reason or another, they never take the first step. Others may feel they are ready to leave, but once the paperwork is filed, a reconciliation occurs. No matter where you might be in the divorce...

Divorce is an ugly word. It's seldom every thought of as a pleasant experience. Emotions run rampant, including anger, fear and resentment. You may ask yourself why you even married the person in the first place. Since most people marry for love, you've likely...

When it comes to alimony payments in Connecticut, pride often comes into play, and it can come from either side of the equation. Experts suggest that you try to ignore this as much as possible, and not allow pride to influence your decisions. If you're asked to pay...