FAQs Category: Family Law

The 6 steps of preparing for a divorce start with understanding Connecticut divorce laws before you take any action. Contacting a Hamden family lawyer can help you better understand how to organize your financial records and decide if moving out is appropriate.  When preparing for divorce, other steps you should take include prioritizing your children, …

Knowing the right questions to ask a family lawyer can help you make informed decisions, protect your rights, and prepare for what’s ahead.  Family law issues are never one-size-fits-all. Whether you’re dividing a home, updating a parenting plan, or facing a high-conflict separation, the choices you make now can affect your future and your children’s …

A family lawyer helps individuals and families with sensitive legal matters, providing guidance, advocacy, and support during emotionally challenging times. From divorce and child custody to adoption and alimony, a New Haven family lawyer works to protect relationships, advocate for your rights, and help you find clarity and resolution. Family law isn’t just about paperwork …

The COVID 19 pandemic has undoubtedly affected all facets of our everyday lives. From how we shop, socialize and work, the world as we knew it is no longer. The Family Courts are not exempt. While initially there was some frustration and concern as to how the Courts would operate. The Connecticut judicial branch has …

As many people have heard by now, The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (H.R.1) passed Congress in December. The new laws are changing the ways that we address alimony in family law cases. Here’s what you need to know:1. Divorces finalized before 2019 are still operating under the old laws Any dissolution that takes place …

Embarking on the journey of divorce is undoubtedly challenging, but having the right legal support can make the difference between feeling like you are floundering or are part of the process as a well-informed decision-maker. Finding the best attorney in Connecticut for your unique situation is important. Here are a few tips: 1. Define Your …

Most people have never stepped into a courtroom before and the idea of speaking and being questioned in front of a judge and others can be intimidating. To help reduce that anxiety, we’ve compiled some basic, no-nonsense tips to remember when you are called to the stand. The truth, the whole truth and nothing but …

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, interest rates have been lowered to help stimulate the economy. For those looking to purchase a home or refinance, now may be the right time for you to secure a low interest rate. The pandemic may have delayed or cancelled many activities and events, but it has not delayed …

When was the last time you updated your will? Do you even have one? A will tells your family what to do with your possessions and property. If you don’t have one, the law decides how your estate is passed on, which isn’t always the way you would want it. Without a will, the probate …