Divorce is one of the most painful and emotionally charged experiences that a couple can go through. Many discussions that take place during the divorce proceeding often reveal the same power struggles that led the couple to this point in the first place. Issues like...
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What will happen to my 401(k) after divorce?
On behalf of Suisman Shapiro Attorneys-at-Law | Sep 30, 2020 | Divorce
Many residents of Connecticut have active 401(k) plans through their employers. Others may have different types of retirement plans, such as a pension or a defined contribution plan. A lot of people in the New London area and the other communities of Eastern...
How do you tell your child about the divorce?
On behalf of Suisman Shapiro Attorneys-at-Law | Aug 13, 2020 | Co-parenting, Divorce
When parents divorce, everyone in the family ends up affected by it. You and your co-parent have a lot of emotional work to do. The toll of divorce is often very physically and mentally draining. As parents, you likely spend most of your time and energy on your...
How does Connecticut consider pets during divorce?
On behalf of Suisman Shapiro Attorneys-at-Law | Aug 3, 2020 | Divorce, Family Law
Only a few states have ruled on custody decisions for pets after a divorce. Connecticut is not one of them. Connecticut, like most states, views pets under the law as material property -- the same as your house or furniture. The legal system is moving toward a better...
Why arbitration is not the same as mediation
On behalf of Suisman Shapiro Attorneys-at-Law | Jul 6, 2020 | Divorce
It is easy to confuse arbitration with mediation. People who research divorce arbitration online through search engines generally come up with a lot of results for mediation. While both arbitration and mediation allow couples to handle divorce outside of a courtroom,...
How routines help kids through divorce
On behalf of Suisman Shapiro Attorneys-at-Law | Jul 2, 2020 | Divorce, Family Law
Divorce is more than just separation. It changes your entire life – and the lives of those around you, especially your children. As you go through a divorce, you might worry about how to make things easier for your kids. You don’t want them to suffer, and you want...
What to do and what to avoid when creating a co-parenting plan
On behalf of Suisman Shapiro Attorneys-at-Law | Jun 16, 2020 | Divorce
When a couple with minor children gets divorced, they face areas of adversity that childless divorcees or those with children who are of legal age will never know. Co-parenting may become the new reality for parents after divorce. The couples that make it work are...
The Do’s and Don’ts of a “Good” Divorce
by Robert Tukey | May 27, 2020 | Divorce
Unfortunately, more than 40% of marriages in the U.S. will end in divorce. Divorce can be financially and emotionally devastating and especially stressful for children involved. If you are faced with the prospect of divorce, it is in your family’s best interest to...
Does mediation make sense for your divorce?
by Colleen LaFrancois | May 20, 2020 | Divorce
If you and your spouse are pursuing an amicable divorce, going through litigation may not make sense. No matter what your feelings are toward each other, you may both be clear communicators and able to work together. If you have children, you may want to avoid a...
Proceeding with divorce when the courts are closed
by Suisman Shapiro Attorneys-at-Law | May 6, 2020 | Divorce
There are times where a national or local emergency can cause the courts to shut down for a time. If you are filing for divorce, this may be less than ideal. When you are in this situation, you may wonder what actions you can take to keep your divorce moving forward,...
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