If you are going through a divorce in Connecticut, you may have some concerns about your financial future. At our law firm, we help clients protect their personal property during a divorce and ensure that marital property is divided fairly. We work hard to help people...
Property Division
Splitting the house in a divorce
When a couple divorces in Connecticut, the process of dividing marital property can become tricky. One of the hardest assets to agree on is the family home. While the most simple solution is to sell the property and split the equity, this may not be an option if one...
The marital home and property division in a divorce
Although Connecticut uses the principle of equitable distribution to address marital assets during a divorce, the issue of the family home may be decided based on important factors in the relationship. Children are an important consideration if the court is to decide...
Can you receive inherited property in a divorce?
When a couple goes through a divorce, anything considered marital property is usually divided fairly between both partners. A person's inheritance is usually considered separate property, but there are circumstances in Connecticut where a spouse could receive part of...
How property is divided in a Connecticut divorce
When Connecticut spouses divorce, their marital property and debt is often divided by mutual agreement. However, when an agreement cannot be reached, the property is divided by order of the Superior Court. Such orders are typically issued as part of a decree resolving...
How inheritances and gifts may be protected in divorce
In Connecticut, couples who are getting a divorce must also divide their marital assets. However, if one individual has received an inheritance or gift from a family member, it may be unclear whether that will be divided between the two as well. The first question...
Marital assets that are often overlooked during divorce
Heading into a divorce in Connecticut without a good understanding of assets and liabilities in the marriage could place a spouse at a serious disadvantage. It may be wise to take time to evaluate one's most immediate needs at the outset so that during discussions...
Challenges with divorces and mortgages
When it comes to Connecticut divorces, real estate tends to be a couple's most valuable asset. The underlying mortgage can continue to affect the party who moves out, so it is vital for people to take the proper steps to protect themselves from future problems. The...
Including retirement funds during the asset-division process
When couples decide to dissolve their marriage, they often dispute what is fair in regard to property division and what is reasonable with respect to spousal support. For this reason, Connecticut couples thinking about divorce might be interested in ways to obtain a...
Exploring the benefits of a prenuptial agreement
Connecticut couples may be interested in an article detailing some of the benefits that having a prenuptial agreement can bring. The documents have the ability to address the terms of asset division or estate distribution if a divorce occurs or if one member of a...
