For Connecticut couples whose marriages are breaking down, it may be unpleasant to think about the divorce process. However, developing a good understanding of the way divorce works is key if a person is going to move smoothly through the process. Each person's...
Property Division
Determining post-divorce pet custody
A divorcing pet owner in Connecticut may have many questions pertaining to what the best strategic options may be to help ensure that his or her pets are treated respectfully throughout the process and that the spouse who cares the most for the animals may receive...
Lobbyist couple divorce filing
Many Connecticut couples who have been together for several years may believe that they have worked together to build up their wealth and that their success should be attributed to both parties. However, in a case involving two lobbyists in Washington, D.C., much of...
Some tax effects of a divorce
Connecticut couples who may be getting a divorce might be interested in an article discussing some of the effects that splitting up can have on a person's taxes. They are not all obvious, so the help of an attorney or tax professional may be advisable. Getting a...
Stock options and restricted stock present challenges in divorce
Many Connecticut couples know that dividing property in a divorce can be a challenging process. Even if the assets only consist of a house, some savings and retirement accounts, the property division process can be complex. Marital property division becomes even more...
Tax audits can be caused by divorce
Divorcing Connecticut couples going through a divorce may be surprised to discover that, in some cases, the process may end up causing an audit of their tax returns. This is because a judge oversees property division determinations during the proceedings. If the judge...
Ways to protect your assets in a divorce
Many Connecticut residents may be interested in a recent article that discussed ways to protect your assets during a potential divorce. According to the author, while the new year is often a time for instituting new resolutions and goals, many couples around the...
Property division should be logical not emotional
One common mistake that some Connecticut residents may make when going through a divorce is dealing with asset division from an emotional standpoint. It is very easy for people to approach property division from a sentimental angle, but doing so can leave them with...
Expert witnesses may aid in a divorce
Couples in Connecticut contemplating getting a divorce might be surprised to hear that expert witnesses can aid them in making their divorce cases. People who are considered experts are those who are trained to offer professional opinions on specific issues. Various...
Division of assets in divorce calls for full inventory
Connecticut is home to many wealthy couples who have often accumulated expensive real estate and artwork during their marriage. These spouses as well as others who are going through a divorce are advised to consider other less-obvious assets as part of the marital...
