Category Archives: Divorce
What will happen to my 401(k) after 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 Connecticut may…
How do you tell your child about the 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…
How does Connecticut consider pets during divorce?
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…
How routines help kids through divorce
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…
What to do and what to avoid when creating a co-parenting plan
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…
Does mediation make sense for your 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…
How can you feel more in control of your divorce?
Being stressed during your divorce is no way to live. It can be tiresome and can even make you sick. That’s why it’s so important to take care of yourself and to make sure you do everything possible to rest, eat well and get the…
Why are gray divorces on the rise?
While the overall divorce rate has declined steadily over the past few decades, the number of couples over age 50 who decide to end their marriages keeps climbing. So-called gray divorces have quadrupled since 1990, according to multiple studies. Divorce can be an emotional and…
What does a Qualified Domestic Relations Order do?
A QDRO is a Qualified Domestic Relations Order. If you’re getting divorced, this could be a very important document. It could even open up doors to significant assets that many people overlook in divorce. Essentially, a QDRO divides retirement assets. They get overlooked because the…
Child-Centered Divorce Month: Protecting children during divorce
Did you know that January is national Child-Centered Divorce Month? This month is dedicated to helping people find services and resources to help their children through divorce. Part of the reason to have this month recognize children of divorce is because January sees such a…
Be ready if you have to go to divorce court
Divorces can be frustrating, tedious and time-consuming. There is a potential that nothing you say or do will help you and your spouse come to an agreement on anything from child custody to property division. It’s a bad feeling, but in some cases, divorces simply…
Divorcing with kids? Talk things through ahead of time
When you’re divorcing with children, it’s a smart choice to start talking to your kids about what to expect early on. From toddlers to teens, every child deserves a chance to understand what’s happening in their lives. Some parents believe that shielding their children from…
Claims of domestic violence hurt your reputation in court
Domestic violence is something that no one should joke about. Sometimes, claims of violence are used to put a mother or father at a disadvantage in a custody case, making them look as if they’ve harmed their children or spouses. As someone who is facing…
What is a nonadversarial divorce?
Connecticut is one of the many states that has a no-fault system. That means that you don’t need any specific reason to divorce other than irreconcilable differences. This is great for people who feel that they’ve grown apart or just no longer want to be…
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