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Can I get divorced in Connecticut?
Our office frequently receives inquiries from potential clients who, because of their particular set of circumstances, are uncertain as to whether Connecticut is the appropriate jurisdiction to handle their divorce from a spouse.
READ MOREWHAT DIVORCE PROCESS IS RIGHT FOR ME? PART IV – ADR
The most popular models of ADR utilized in family law matters for individuals living in Greenwich or Westport are ADR mediation and arbitration.
In our practice at Broder Orland Murray & DeMattie, LLC, if the parties and counsel cannot reach a settlement, the next step before trial is often to participate in an ADR mediation. ADR mediation is not binding and the mediator does not force a party to sign an agreement. Each party has input into the process and the ability to walk away if he or she is not comfortable.
READ MOREWhat Divorce Process is Right for Me? | PART III – LITIGATION
The previous posts in this series discussed mediation and collaborative divorce and this post will continue with litigation. LITIGATION You …
READ MOREPREPARING FOR DIVORCE
For most people, deciding to get divorced is not a snap decision. It often comes after many years of pain …
READ MORECHILD SUPPORT PART II: THE CONNECTICUT CHILD SUPPORT GUIDELINES
As discussed in Part I of this series, child support is the obligation that a parent has to contribute to …
READ MOREDIVIDING QUALIFIED RETIREMENT PLANS IN A DIVORCE VIA QDRO
For many divorcing couples in Connecticut, retirement assets — such as 401k plans, pension plans or IRA accounts — represent …
READ MOREWHAT DIVORCE PROCESS IS RIGHT FOR ME? PART II – COLLABORATIVE
The previous post discussed mediation and this post will continue with collaborative divorce. COLLABORATIVE DIVORCE Collaborative divorce offers an alternative …
READ MORESTARTING THE DIVORCE PROCESS
You finally summoned the courage to call a “divorce attorney.” Now what? For many clients, the most difficult day of …
READ MORECHILD SUPPORT PART I: A BRIEF OVERVIEW
“How can I ensure the financial well-being of my children?” is one of the most frequent questions posed to divorce …
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