Blog Category | Dear attorneys column
You are the parent, not your partner!
Dear Attorneys, My ex-husband has a new girlfriend, and I...
Do I really have to pay alimony?
Dear Attorneys, I’m furious that my attorney told me that...
We are divorced but still living together. Things have gotten bad. What can I do?
Dear Attorneys, My spouse and I have filed for divorce,...
We missed the prenup window. Now what?
Dear Attorneys, My spouse and I have been married for...
DCF knocked on my door-now what?
Dear Attorneys, I got a call from DCF saying they...
My ex thinks it is okay to keep showing up unannounced.
Dear Attorneys, My ex and I are divorced and share...
My ex claimed the kids and now my return is getting rejected! What can I do?
Dear Attorneys, My ex and I share custody of our...
I want to see my child for spring break but my ex said no! What can I do?
Dear Attorneys, Spring break is coming up, and I’d like...
If I Leave, Do I Lose It All?
Dear Attorneys, My marriage isn’t working, and things at home...
Am I Communicating With My Attorney The Right Way?
Dear Attorneys, What kind of communication should I expect from...
I’m worried my co-parent won’t stick to the holiday plan!
Dear Attorneys, The holidays are coming up and I’m really...
Can I approve study abroad if my co-parent says no?
Dear Attorneys, My daughter is a junior in high school...
Before you move out, make sure you know your rights!
Dear Attorneys, My spouse and I have decided to separate,...
My ex stopped paying child support!
Dear Attorneys, My ex was ordered to pay child support...
How is child support calculated in Connecticut?
Dear Attorneys, How is child support calculated during a divorce...
If I get divorced in Connecticut, will I need to pay alimony?
Dear Attorneys, If I get divorced in Connecticut, will I...
What are the legal grounds for divorce in Connecticut?
Dear Attorneys, I’m considering filing for divorce, but I’m not...
Can the Court force a stay-at-home parent to go back to the workforce?
Dear Attorneys, I want to file for divorce, but I...
I’m considering divorce, but my spouse won’t participate in counseling?
Dear Attorneys, I’ve been considering divorce, but before making that...
Are You Being Denied Parenting Time?
Dear Attorneys, What if my wife won’t let me see...
“Do courts favor mothers in CT?”
Dear Attorneys, I’m getting divorced and we have two young...
“I feel stuck in my marriage, but I don’t know what to do.”
Dear Attorneys, Is it normal to feel stuck in marriage?...
Worried about paying too much alimony?
Dear Attorneys, How can I avoid paying too much alimony?...
Nervous about filing for divorce if your spouse controls the finances?
Dear Attorneys, What if my husband controls all the money...
Will I lose custody of my kids if I move out before my divorce is finalized?
Dear Attorneys, Will I lose custody if I move out?...
What are some signs that my marriage is ending?
Dear Attorneys, What are some signs that my marriage is...
How is property divided in a divorce in Connecticut?
Dear Attorneys, How is property divided in a Connecticut divorce?...
Can dads get 50% custody of their kids? Or is it just up to the mom?
Dear Attorneys, I want to file for divorce, but I...
How can you protect yourself financially when getting ready to file for divorce?
Dear Attorneys, How can I protect myself financially in a...
How long does the divorce process take in Connecticut?
Dear Attorneys, How long does divorce take in Connecticut? Sincerely,...
Have you been wondering what factors are considered when determining physical custody during a divorce in CT?
Dear Attorneys, How is physical custody decided in Connecticut? Sincerely,...
How does the divorce process in CT work?
Dear Attorneys, I think I’m ready to get divorced. How...
Should you stay or should you go?
Dear Attorneys, I don’t know what to do. I’ve been...
What do you do when your ex is interfering with your child’s therapy?
Dear Attorneys, My ex-wife is interfering with my son’s ongoing...
Should you pay off your debt when you file for divorce?
Dear Attorneys, I recently filed for divorce. My husband has...
Wondering what happens when you and your wife both want to retain your residence post-divorce?
Dear Attorneys, My wife and I are going through a...
What can you do if you and your ex-spouse simply can’t agree on decisions for your kids?
Dear Attorneys, I divorced my wife five years ago, but...
Wondering how to calculate child support on a commission only income?
Dear Attorneys, I work more than forty hours per week,...
Wondering why you can’t just sell your house during your divorce?
Dear Attorneys, My divorce has been pending for six months....
Are you frustrated by filling out your financial affidavit?
Dear Attorneys, My attorney told me I need to fill...
What happens if you can’t communicate with your ex-spouse about major decisions? Check out our post for more info.
Dear Attorneys, My ex and I have joint legal custody....
Can you divide cryptocurrency in your divorce? Check out this week’s Dear Attorneys Column for more information.
Dear Attorneys, I recently filed for divorce and we just...
What steps do you take when you find out your spouse is cheating, and you’re ready to file for divorce?
Dear Attorneys, I’m putting together a Galentine’s party for my...
How can you get your spouse to disclose cash from side hustles during your divorce?
Dear Attorneys, My wife and I make around the same...
My spouse’s child support contributions will not be sufficient. What other options do I have?
Dear Attorneys, My wife makes a lot more money than...
Can I get divorced without hiring an attorney?
Dear Attorneys, I’m planning to file for divorce. However, things...
Ever wonder why your attorney won’t just take marching orders from you?
Dear Attorneys, I told my attorney to ask for a...
If you vacate the marital residence during the pendency of your divorce, are you forfeiting your right to it?
Dear Attorneys, My husband is just being so difficult to...
Is it worth bringing your ex back to court when they show up late?
Dear Attorneys, My ex-wife was supposed to return my daughter...
Did you ever wonder if most of the work on your file takes place in court or in the office?
Dear Attorneys, I paid my attorney a “refundable retainer.” I’ve...
Can you do anything if opposing counsel is delaying your matter?
Dear Attorneys, I feel like my divorce is just dragging...
How do you report income from your side hustle during a divorce?
Dear Attorneys, I have a “side hustle” selling ornaments on...
What happens when you need to swap parenting time with your ex?
Dear Attorneys, I have primary physical custody of my son....
What can you do when your ex stops communicating with you?
Dear Attorneys, I recently separated from my children’s father. We...
My son saw everything! What can I do?
Dear Attorneys, My ex-wife is bashing me on Facebook. My...
Do I have to go to court for a divorce?
Dear Attorneys, My wife and I physically separated about a...
Do you have to pay child support if your ex said she doesn’t even want you in your child’s life? Check out our Dear Attorneys column this week for more info!
Dear Attorneys, My ex-girlfriend recently had our child. She doesn’t...
What can you do when your STBX is analyzing every penny you spend? Check out this week’s Dear Attorneys Column for more info!
Dear Attorneys, I am going through a divorce, and my...
Why is it important to read a proposed agreement in your divorce?
Dear Attorneys, I recently went to judgment on my divorce....
Can I do anything about my STBX posting negatively about me on social media during my divorce? Check out our Dear Attorneys column for an answer!
Dear Attorneys, My divorce has been pending for a few...
How can I easily modify my underlying Court Order?
Dear Attorneys, I recently divorced my wife. We reached an...
Can I keep all of my retirement while going through a divorce?
Dear Attorneys, I am in the middle of a divorce,...
“Text like it will one day be read aloud in court”
Dear Attorneys, My lawyer told me to only text with...
Why can’t we just talk?
Dear Attorneys, My ex and I cannot communicate at all....
Does he have the right to do that?
Dear Attorneys, I’ve been divorced for a few years, and...
Does she have to cooperate with the divorce?
Dear Attorneys, I served my wife with divorce papers a...
I Just Filed for Divorce, But I Want to Stay on My Spouse’s Insurance, Is That Possible?
Dear Attorneys, I own my own business, so I am...
Tips to Avoid Father’s Day Feuds in Blended Families
Father’s Day is a special occasion meant to honor the...
Filing an Ex Parte Motion
Dear Attorneys, I want to file an emergency motion, and...
Is it Possible to Improve Communication with My Ex?
Dear Attorneys, I cannot communicate with my ex-wife at all....
My Husband’s Attorney Filed a Motion for Counsel Fees and I Don’t Understand Why?
Dear Attorneys, My husband’s attorney filed a motion for counsel...
What Do I Do if Mediation Isn’t Working?
Dear Attorneys, I am going through mediation prior to filing...
Can I Keep My Child Home from Visitation if I Think There is a Safety Issue?
Dear Attorneys, I don’t think that my son is safe...
Do I Have to Cooperate with an Appraisal of the Marital Residence?
Dear Attorneys, My wife wants an appraisal on our house....
Do I Need a Paternity Test to Get Joint Custody of my Child?
Dear Attorneys, My ex-girlfriend announced she was pregnant about a...
All My Post-Judgement Motions were Denied, and Now I Need to File a Request with the Court. Is this Normal?
Dear Attorneys, I got divorced a few years ago. We...
Who gets the dogs in a divorce? Will their expenses be shared between my ex and I?
Dear Attorneys, I’m going through a divorce and we have...
My Attorney Keeps Telling Me to “Act in Good Faith.” I Feel like I Have Been, But My Soon-to-be-Ex has not. What Should I do?
Dear Attorneys, My attorney keeps telling me to “act in...
Is My Marriage Considered a Long-Term Marriage?
Dear Attorneys, How is a “long-term marriage” defined in Connecticut...
Can I Force My Spouse to Attend Marriage Counseling?
Dear Attorneys, Can I force my spouse to attend marriage...
Do I Have to Provide All of My Financial Information to My Attorney?
Dear Attorneys, I am going through a divorce and my...
How do I Handle a Protective Order, a Restraining Order, and DCF involvement in Our Marriage when She Says She’s Supporting me, but it doesn’t feel like it?
Dear Attorneys, I am currently married and do not plan...
Is There a Way I Can Resolve My Divorce Without Having the Judge Make the Final Call?
Dear Attorneys, I am going through a divorce, and I...
My Husband is a Narcissist and Won’t Negotiate? What Do I Do?
Dear Attorneys, I am going through a divorce, and my...
Does it Matter if I Am The Plaintiff Or Defendant in My Divorce?
Dear Attorneys, I want to get divorced, but I really...
What Do I Do if My Divorce Decree Doesn’t Specify Who Claims the Kids?
Dear Attorneys, I usually file my taxes early. However, I...
How Do I Know the Difference Between Sole and Joint Assets?
Dear Attorneys, I don’t understand the difference between “joint assets”...
My Child Doesn’t Want to See Their Other Parent Because of Drinking Problems and I Don’t Feel Safe Sending Them, What Do I Do?
Dear Attorneys, My child is supposed to go visit with...
I Want to Speed Up the Beginning of the Divorce Process, What Can I Do?
Dear Attorneys, I was just served with divorce papers and...
I Currently Have A Shared Parenting Plan, But No Longer Feel it is Safe for My Children, What Can I Do?
Dear Attorneys, I just got divorced earlier this year. When...
It’s My First Christmas Divorced, My Ex Won’t Let Me See the Kids Longer, What Do I Do?
Dear Attorneys, This is my first Christmas being divorced and...
If I Have My Kids Half of the Time, Do I Need to Pay Child Support?
Dear Attorneys, My husband and I are close to reaching...
Can I Have My Therapist Relay Information to My Attorney?
Dear Attorneys, I have been struggling with my mental health...
Do I Have Entitlement to My Spouse’s Company When We are Getting Divorced?
Dear Attorneys, My wife owns her own business and keeps...
What To Do If You Have An Emergency Situation On A Holiday
Dear Attorneys, I know with the holidays coming up, the...
What Does “Standing Orders” Mean?
Dear Attorneys, I’m a self-represented party and I recently received...
What To Do If You Forgot To Make A Holiday Schedule
Dear Attorneys, When I got divorced, my ex-wife and I...
Custody and Juvenile Court Matters
Dear Attorneys, I have to figure out custody for my...
How To Handle A Notice for Deposition Late in a Divorce
Dear Attorneys, I just received a notice for deposition. My...
How Can I Stay in My Current Home After a Divorce?
Dear Attorneys, I’m going through a divorce and want to...
Seeking Support With Shared Parenting Plans
Dear Attorneys, I’m in the middle of a divorce and...
Can I Change My Custody Agreement?
Dear Attorneys, I entered into a Custody Agreement with my...
Can I Use an Attorney as a Mediator?
Dear Attorneys, When I was divorced, our Divorce Agreement indicated...
Can I Get a Copy of My Divorce Decree from My Attorney?
Dear Attorneys, My divorce is finalized and I am switching...
Will My Divorce be on Public Record?
Dear Attorneys, I’m in the middle of my divorce, but...
I Want to File for Divorce, Which Divorce Papers Do I File?
Dear Attorneys, I want to file for divorce, but I...
How Do I Speed Up My Divorce?
Dear Attorneys, I hired my divorce attorney a couple of...
Do I Have to Follow My Court Order if I Think My Children are Unsafe?
Dear Attorneys, I have a divorce pending and we have...
I Don’t Feel Like We’ve Accomplished Much in My Case, Do I Need to Keep Retaining?
Dear Attorneys, I retained an attorney for my divorce and...
Mediation is Not Working for Me, Can I Get Someone to Advocate for Me?
Dear Attorneys, I’m currently going through mediation with my spouse,...
Can I Protect My Inheritance if My Divorce is Rocky?
Dear Attorneys, My older sister is very ill, and I...
If I Move Out of My House, Will I Forfeit My Share of Equity?
Dear Attorneys, I recently filed for divorce, and I want...
Can My Spouse List Our House as an AirBnB Without My Permission?
Dear Attorneys, My divorce has been pending for a couple...
Is it Normal to Expect a Court Date in about 2 Months?
Dear Attorneys, I recently retained an attorney for my family...
What Do I Do if I Feel like the Judge is Not Treating Me Fairly?
Dear Attorneys, The judge that I recently went in front...
Can I Sign My Pre-nup the Day Before My Wedding?
Dear Attorneys, My wedding is coming up in a couple...
I’m Tired of Sending Documents, I Just Want My Divorce to Be Over, What Do I Do?
Dear Attorneys, I just want my divorce to be over....
Why is Our Slogan “Ever Argue with a Woman?”
Dear Attorneys, Why is your slogan “Ever Argue with a...
How Can I Keep My Child in the Same School System if My Child’s Parent is Moving and I Live in a Different Town?
Dear Attorneys, My child’s father is moving to a new...
What Can I Expect in the First Few Weeks of My Divorce?
Dear Attorneys, I’m going through a divorce, and I just...
Would I Be Violating My Court Order if I Move to Another State With My Child?
Dear Attorneys, I have sole legal and physical custody of...
Can I Have My New Spouse Handle My Child Support With the Law Firm and My Ex-Spouse?
Dear Attorneys, I am remarried and need to go to...
I Was Recently Served With a Contempt Motion, What Do I Do?
Dear Attorneys, I was recently served with a contempt motion....
What Does My Divorce Coach Mean by Working ‘in tandem’ with My Attorney?
Dear Attorneys, I’m going through a very emotional divorce and...
What Does My Attorney Mean by ‘marital assets’, When We Have Kept Everything Separate?
Dear Attorneys, I don’t understand why my attorney keeps telling...
What Do I Do if I Feel like My Soon-to-be-Ex Spouse is Not Taking Care of Our Child During Their Parenting Time?
Dear Attorneys, I don’t think that my soon-to-be-ex wife is...
Can I File My Taxes Separately From My Soon-to-be Ex-Spouse This Year?
Dear Attorneys, I’m going through a divorce and while we...
How Can I Get Electronic Versions of My Mandatory Production Documents?
Dear Attorneys, I have to compile a lot of documents...
My Spouse is a Gaslighter, What Do I Do?
Dear Attorneys, My wife has been gaslighting me for years....
I’m Questioning My Fiance’s Proposal, Why?
Dear Attorneys, My fiancé proposed to me on Valentine’s Day....
Dear Attorneys Column 2.9.23
Dear Attorneys, I have heard that Connecticut is a “no...
I Want to Reach an Agreement With My Spouse Before I File for Divorce, Can I Do That?
Dear Attorneys, I want to try to reach an agreement...
I Receive Social Security Disability Income (SSDI), How Do I Know How My Benefits Will Change After Divorce?
Dear Attorneys, I currently receive Social Security Disability Income (SSDI),...
I Got Engaged! Does My Soon-to-be-Spouse Automatically Have Entitlement to Half of My Assets?
Dear Attorneys, I got engaged on Christmas, and I’m so...
I Can’t Agree with My Ex-Spouse on Anything, How Can I Change My Divorce Agreement to be More Specific?
Dear Attorneys, The holidays were a disaster this year. My...
I Don’t Like How My Spouse is Treating My Kids When I’m Not Around, I Want to Call DCF, But My Attorney Told Me No, Why?
Dear Attorneys, I don’t like how my soon-to-be-ex-wife is treating...
I Want To Pay a Lump Sum to My Child’s Parent to “Buy-Out” Child Support, Can I Do That?
Dear Attorneys, I want to pay a lump sum amount...
I Pay Child Support, There are New Tax Rules for 2023, How Do I Know if I’m Still Paying the Right Amount?
Dear Attorneys, I pay child support to my ex-wife. I...
I’m Going Through a Divorce and My Husband Wants to Have Depositions!
Dear Attorneys, I’m going through a divorce and my husband...
My Child is Only Home in the Summer and a Couple Weeks Around Christmas, Can I Stop Making Child Support Payments?
Dear Attorneys, My son lives at prep school now, but...
My Girlfriend and I Broke Up, But She Won’t Leave the House and is Harassing Me and My Children, What Do I Do?
Dear Attorneys, My girlfriend and I broke up, and she...
My Next Court Date is In Person, But All of the Others were Online, What Changed? Can I Still Have it Online?
Dear Attorneys, My attorney said we have an in person...
I Make More Money Than My Soon-to-be-Ex-Spouse, Can I Still Receive Child Support?
Dear Attorneys, I’m going through a divorce. My husband makes...
I Want To File For Divorce, I Have an Inheritance From a Family Member, I Don’t Want My Spouse to Have any of it, What Can I Do?
Dear Attorneys, I want to file for divorce, but I...
I Think My Ex-Spouse is Going to Violate Out Custody Agreement, Can I File a Motion for Contempt Now?
Dear Attorneys, I think my ex-wife is going to violate...
I Have a Shared Parenting Plan, My Ex-Spouse’s New Partner is Inappropriate Around My Kids, What Can I Do?
Dear Attorneys, I have a shared parenting plan with my...
My Attorney Keeps Asking for My Tax Returns, I Don’t Want to Give Them to Her, Do I Have to?
Dear Attorneys, My attorney keeps asking for my tax returns....
My Child is Back in School, What if They Get Sick and I Can’t Get Them and I Don’t Want My Ex-Spouse to?
Dear Attorneys, Now that my child is back in school,...
Opposing Counsel Wants 10 Years of Bank Statements, But My Attorney Says That Exceeds the Normal Requirement, Should I Comply?
Dear Attorneys, I’m going through a divorce and my spouse’s...
I’m Married to a Narcissist, What Do I Do?
Dear Attorneys, I’m married to a narcissist. I can’t communicate...
I Want to File for Divorce, But My Name is Not on the House, I’m Concerned I Won’t be Entitled to Anything, What Do I Do.
Dear Attorneys, I want to file for a divorce, but...
My Spouse is in the Military and I Want to be Sure that I Get a Portion of Their Pension When We Get Divorced, Can I Do That?
Dear Attorneys, I have been with my spouse for almost...
My Attorney Recommends a Guardian ad Litem, But I Don’t Want to, Can We Do the Matter Without One?
Dear Attorneys, My attorney recommended that we retain a guardian...
My Attorney Doesn’t Think We Will Win at Trial and is Discouraging Me to Go, What Do I Do?
Dear Attorneys, My attorney told me that based on the...
My Attorney Doesn’t Think We Will Win at Trial and is Discouraging Me to Go, What Do I Do?
Dear Attorneys, My attorney told me that based on the...
I Just Moved Out of My House, I’m Not in a Stable Living Situation, Can I See My Kids?
Dear Attorneys, I just moved out of my house. My...
My Spouse and I Want to File for Divorce Together, Can We Do That?
Dear Attorneys, My husband and I want to file for...
My Ex-Spouse is Incarcerated and Filed a Post-Judgement, I Don’t Have a Lawyer to Help Me, What Do I Do?
Dear Attorneys, My ex-wife is incarcerated and she filed a...
I am Filing for Divorce and Moving Out, is it True that I Won’t Get Money From the House and Still Be Responsible for the Mortgage?
Dear Attorneys, I am filing for divorce and want to...
My Ex-Spouse and I Had Domestic Violence Issues in the Past and Have Restraining Orders Now, But We Get Along Better Now for the Kids, Is this a Violation?
Dear Attorneys, My ex-wife and I have previously had some...
I have a Post-Judgement Matter Pending and a GAL, They Recommended Co-Parenting Counseling, Why are they Recommending this?
Dear Attorneys, I have a post-judgment matter pending and we...
I’m in the Middle of My Divorce and Asked for Lifetime Alimony, My Attorney says that’s not Common anymore, Is that true?
Dear Attorneys, I’m in the middle of my divorce and...
I’m in a Collaborative Divorce, But I’m Not Happy, I see no Progress made, Can I Stop the Process?
Dear Attorneys, I started the collaborative process for my pending...
I’m Young and Haven’t Been Married long, But I Want a Divorce, Is there a “easy way” to Do it Yourself?
Dear Attorneys, I’m pretty young and haven’t been married very...
My Matter is Not Moving as Quickly as I want, My Soon-to-be-Ex and I Can’t Accomplish Anything, What do I do?
Dear Attorneys, My matter is just not moving as quickly...
My Soon-to-be-Ex Spouse is Not Following our Court Order, Can I Call the Cops When They Violate the Agreement?
Dear Attorneys, My soon-to-be-ex-husband is not following our current court...
Traveling With Children According To A Divorce Agreement
Dear Attorneys, My ex-husband took our kids on vacation for...
Divorce When You Own a Business Together
Dear Attorneys, My husband and I are getting a divorce,...
Discussing your court case with the children : A do or a don’t ?
Dear Attorneys, My children are older (teenagers) and I have...
I Pay Child Support to My Ex, They Want to Sign up our Kids for Extracurriculars, Do I need to pay?
Dear Attorneys, I pay child support to my ex-husband. He...
Mediation or Collaborative Divorce ?
Dear Attorneys, My husband and I are considering mediation or...
Dear Attorneys : Do I Have to Pay Alimony?
Dear Attorneys, I’m in the middle of a divorce, and...
I have a Pending Divorce, but My Soon-to-be-Ex-Spouse won’t cooperate, what do I do?
Dear Attorneys, I have a divorce pending and my soon-to-be-ex-wife...
I Was Recently Served with Divorce Papers, But I Don’t See My Case on the Judicial Site, How Do I Find it?
Dear Attorneys, I was recently served with divorce papers, but...
My Ex Wants to Take our Child to Another State, But I Don’t Agree, What Can I Do?
Dear Attorneys, My ex-husband wants to take our son (10...
I Want to File for Divorce, But My Spouse is in the Military and We Have Not Been Married 10 Years Yet, Will I still get Benefits?
Dear Attorneys, I want to file for divorce, but my...
I Want to Sell My House, But I Need the Money from the Sale for My New House, What Do I Do?
Dear Attorneys, I want to sell my house, but I...
My Spouse and I are getting Divorced Today (Dec. 30th), But We Want to File Taxed Jointly, Can We Do That?
Dear Attorneys, My husband and are getting divorced today (December...
My Parenting Plan was made a long time ago, I want to take my Child on vacation during February break, Do I need my Ex’s permission?
Dear Attorneys, My child is 16 and our parenting plan...
I Don’t think my Child’s School has enough COVID-19 Protocols and I want to enroll them in another school, My Ex does not agree. Can I enroll them and tell my Ex later?
Dear Attorneys, I don’t think that my child’s school has...
I am Ready to Finalize My Divorce. The Judge Said that he will not Finalize the Divorce until after Our Baby is Born. I don’t want to wait any longer, Do I have any options?
Dear Attorneys, My husband and I ready to finalize our...
I Haven’t Updated My Estate Plan in years, How do I fix this? Do I modify it not that My Kids are grown? Do I Throw Out My Original Will?
Dear Attorneys, I will be spending time with my family...
I Want to have my 6-year old vaccinated for COVID-19, but my Ex doesn’t agree. Am I Allowed to Schedule their Vaccination?
Dear Attorneys, I want to have my six year old...
I Gave My Lawyer a List of Personal Property I Want, but my Soon-to-be-Ex doesn’t agree. Now we may have to go to Arbitration. What does that mean?
Dear Attorneys, My lawyer told me that she doesn’t argue...
My Co-parent and I can’t reach a decision to Vaccinate our 5-year-old for COVID-19, Do I have legal remedies?
Dear Attorneys, My co-parent and I can’t reach a decision...
My Attorney Says They Don’t Participate in My Group Legal Services Offered at Work, I Want to Switch Attorneys, Can I Do that?
Dear Attorneys, I am reviewing my benefit options at work,...
I Have an In-Person Court Date coming up, no longer Virtual, also it is not the Same Day as the Original one, What is Going on?
Dear Attorneys, My attorney just told me that I have...
My Ex-Spouse and I are Disagreeing About Our Upcoming Holiday Schedule, Do I Have Time to Get into Court before the Holidays?
Dear Attorneys, My ex-husband and I are disagreeing about our...
I had a Will Drafted when I was Married, Now that I’m Divorced, I Assume My Will is Invalid, Am I Correct?
Dear Attorneys, I had a Will drafted when I was...
Can I Enter into a Collaborative Divorce and if it Doesn’t Work Out, then Hire My Attorney to Represent Me?
Dear Attorneys, I wanted to try collaborative divorce, but I...
I Hired My Lawyer Because He had a lot of Experience, But I Figured Out He Does Not Know About Certain Things. What Do I Do?
Dear Attorneys, I hired my current lawyer because he has...
My Attorney told me that I should have a GAL appointed. What is a GAL? How would one help my case?
Dear Attorneys, My attorney told me that I should have...
What is Jennifer’s Law? Will it help me be successful in my restraining order?
Dear Attorneys, What is Jennifer’s Law? Will it help me...
Can VA Disability payments be divided in a Divorce? Shouldn’t I be able to keep that?
Dear Attorneys, Can VA Disability payments be divided in a...
My Attorney told me that the Judges in the Connecticut courts rotate around Labor Day. Is this true? Will it have any impact on my case?
Dear Attorneys, My attorney told me that the judges in...
What is the difference between a “full code” Living Will and a DNR?
Dear Attorneys, I need to draft a Medical Directive. Or...
My Divorce Trial is coming up, My Attorney says that we won’t have time to introduce all the evidence, What do I do?
Dear Attorneys, I have a divorce trial coming up in...
I have sole legal custody of my child. I want to relocate to another state for work. Can I do that? Do I have to tell my Ex?
Dear Attorneys, I have sole legal custody of my child....
My Attorney says I have to pay a $20,000 trial retainer if I can’t find an agreement in my divorce! How is that fair? What can I do?
Dear Attorneys, I haven’t been able to reach an agreement...
I have a Large Personal Injury Settlement, I Want to File for Divorce, but I Don’t Want my soon-to-be-Ex to get half. Will they?
Dear Attorneys, I received a large personal injury settlement last...
Can I Bring My Ex back to Court to Modify our Agreement?
Dear Attorneys, I know that the State is “opening back...
I am Divorced and Paying Alimony, My Ex has a New Partner Living with them now. Is this Cohabitation? Can I stop Paying Alimony?
Dear Attorneys, I got divorced and I’m paying alimony. However,...
I’m Married, but Considering Divorce, I Want to Buy a Plot of Land without My Spouse on the deed. Do I Have to Purchase it Jointly or can I do this on my own?
Dear Attorneys, I’m married, but considering a divorce. I have...
If I Claim Head of Household on my Taxes, what effect would this have on My Divorce?
Dear Attorneys, My attorney asked me if I will be...
My Soon-to-be-Ex and I can’t agree on how to divide our personal property. My Attorney said that we may go through arbitration. What does that mean?
Dear Attorneys, I’m going through a divorce, but soon-to-be-ex and...
I hear about this “American Rescue Plan” and it may affect child support payments. Is this something I should be concerned about?
Dear Attorneys, I keep hearing about this “American Rescue Plan,”...
What does “plenary guardian” mean?
Dear Attorneys, My parents asked me if I would be...
What is “adult adoption”? Can my stepparent adopt me even though I am over the age of 18?
Dear Attorneys, I just turned 19. I live with my...
I am in the Military seeking Divorce, does my Soon-to-be-Ex automatically get half of my Military Pension?
Dear Attorneys, I’m in the military and going through a...
What is an “estate plan”?
Dear Attorneys, What is an “estate plan?” I was listening...
Last month my attorney and I did everything over Zoom, now she won’t let me! Why?
May 6, 2021 Dear Attorneys, Last month, my attorney did...
Can I Establish A Custody Arrangement Without A Formal Agreement?
Dear Attorneys, My husband knows the divorce papers are coming,...
What If I Want To Take My Kids On Vacation During COVID-19?
Dear Attorneys, I am concerned about making travel arrangements during...
How Do I Ask For An Earlier Court Date?
Dear Attorneys, I have a court date scheduled, but it...
What Is A Case Evaluation Date?
Dear Attorneys, I was just assigned a “Case Evaluation Date”...
What is a UCCJEA Issue and How Does It Effect My Case?
Dear Attorneys, My current attorney told me that there may...
What is a Remote Hearing?
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Am I Able to Modify My Child Support Payments in a Different State?
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What is a Resolution Plan Date?
Dear Attorneys, I just got scheduled for my first-ever virtual...
What is the right of first refusal?
Dear Attorneys, My ex wants to modify our current order...
What is a Case Date?
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What Is Final Decision Making Authority?
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What Do I Do If I Don’t Agree With The Guardian ad Litem’s Recommendation?
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Am I Able To Participate In Mediation If I’ve Already Been Served Divorce Papers?
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Paying for a Consultation
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What Is The Difference Between Physical and Legal Custody?
Dear Attorneys, My husband’s divorce attorney sent me a proposal...
Will My Stimulus Check Affect My Child Support Obligation?
Dear Attorneys, Stimulus checks are rolling out again, and it...
My Divorce Has Been Pending For A Year! When Will It End?
Dear Attorneys, My divorce has been pending for almost an...
Should I Stop Working With My Attorney If They Won’t Take In-Person Meetings?
Dear Attorneys, I want to see my attorney in person,...
What Is A COLA Provision?
Dear Attorneys, I reviewed a proposal from my spouse’s attorney...
Do Tax Adjustments Affect My Child Support Payment?
Dear Attorneys, I have a pending divorce case and my...
Why Shouldn’t I Have Two Co-Executors of My Last Will & Testament?
Dear Attorneys, I have two children, and I would like...
How Does Mediation Work?
Dear Attorneys, How does mediation work? My spouse wants to...
Why Won’t the Court Weigh in On Disputes My Co-Parent And I Have About Being Safe During The COVID-19 Pandemic?
Dear Attorneys, Why won’t the court weigh in on disputes...
Why Do I Need To Continue Contributing To My Retirement During My Divorce?
Dear Attorneys, Why do I need to keep contributing to...
Why Does My Attorney Want Me To Meet With My Accountant?
Dear Attorneys, I am currently in the midst of what...
What If I Have Holiday Travel Plans In A State On A Travel Advisory?
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Why Does My Attorney Tell Me To “Do The Right Thing?”
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If My Partner Is On The Birth Certificate, But Did Not Adopt, Can She Still Pursue Custody In Our Same-Sex Divorce Action?
Dear Attorneys, My partner and I have decided to go...
If My Ex-Spouse Wants to Send the Kids to Private School, Do I Need to Pay for It?
Dear Attorneys, My ex-husband wants to pay for private school,...
Am I Able to Modify My Parenting Plan Before the Holidays?
Dear Attorneys, The holidays are fast approaching, and I am...
Are My Alimony Payments Still Tax Deductible After A Modification?
Dear Attorneys, My ex-spouse just served me with a Motion...
My Boyfriend and I Broke Up, but I Found Out I’m Pregnant. What Do I Do Now?
Dear Attorneys, I was living with my boyfriend during the...
If My Ex Now Works From Home, Why Do I Still Need to Contribute to Daycare Expenses?
Dear Attorneys, My ex works from home now. For some...
What If I Don’t Agree With Extracurricular Activities During COVID-19?
Dear Attorneys, _According to my divorce agreement, any and all...
Do I Still Need to Contribute to Post-Secondary Education Expenses Now That It’s Virtual?
Dear Attorneys, My oldest was “going away to college” this...
Why Don’t I Always Hear Back From My Attorney Immediately?
Dear Attorneys, When I call my current attorney and say...
Can I Use My Agreed Upon Vacation Time With My Kids To Do A Stay-Cation Instead?
Dear Attorneys, I have a custody order with my ex-girlfriend....
What Do I Do If My Co-Parent Does Not Agree On Homeschooling?
Dear Attorneys, There is a lot of talk about children...
Will A Divorce Interfere With My Immigration Status?
Dear Attorneys, I am not a US citizen, but I...
What Is An Educational Advocate?
Dear Attorneys, I don’t think my child is getting services...
What Do I Do When My Spouse Starts Fights In Front of the Kids?
Dear Attorneys, I have already filed for divorce, but my...
What Do I Do About My Social Distancing Concerns With My Co-Parent?
Dear Attorneys, I am divorced and have a shared parenting...
How Do I Modify My Parenting Plan During The COVID-19 Health Crisis?
Dear Attorneys, I want to relocate with my kids to...
Is It Easier To Get A “Quick Divorce” With A Self-Represented Spouse?
Dear Attorneys, I want to get divorced quickly. I figured...
Can I Set Up A Pre-Nuptial Agreement During the COVID-19 Health Crisis?
Dear Attorneys, My wedding was supposed to be this summer,...
Can My Living Will Protect My Unborn Child?
Dear Attorneys, My husband and I drafted our estate plan...
What Do I Do If My Ex Loses Their Job and My Kids No Longer Have Health Coverage?
Dear Attorneys, My ex-husband was carrying the health insurance for...
Is “Distance Learning” Still Considered School As Far As My Parenting Plan Is Concerned?
Dear Attorneys, My kids aren’t going to school, but they...
The Value Of My Business Has Plummeted In The Middle Of My Divorce. What Do I Do?
Dear Attorneys, I am in the middle of a pretty...
Is My Stimulus Check Considered A Marital Asset?
Dear Attorneys, I received a check from IRS under the...
I Have My Kids Full Time Due To COVID-19, But My Ex-Spouse Will Not Pay More Child Support. What Do I Do?
Dear Attorneys, When I got divorced, we had a shared...
How Do I Have Documents Notarized During the COVID-19 Crisis?
Dear Attorneys, I need a notary! During this COVID-19 crisis...
Am I Able To Get A “Contactless” Divorce?
Dear Attorneys, With the ongoing health crisis, I continue to...
Why Should I Draft My Pre-Nuptial Agreement And My Last Will & Testament At The Same Time?
Dear Attorneys, I am almost done planning my upcoming wedding,...
What Do I Do About Parenting Time During COVID-19?
Dear Attorneys, My ex is just not cooperating with changing...
Do I Need To Terminate My Sperm Donor’s Parental Rights?
Dear Attorneys, I decided to start a family on my...
What Do I Do When I Am Served With An Emergency Application?
Dear Attorneys, I was just served with some sort of...
Can I Stay In My House Post-Divorce If I Can’t Afford It On My Own?
Dear Attorneys, I am getting divorced, and unfortunately, I am...
What Do I Do If I Suspect My Spouse Is Hiding Money?
Dear Attorneys, I am pretty positive that my husband has...
If I’ve Had Shared Custody For A Year Will It Be Harder To Change The Parenting Time Arrangement?
Dear Attorneys, My divorce has been pending for about a...
Am I Able To Relocate With My Child If My Ex-Spouse Does Not Consent?
Dear Attorneys, I was offered a better job, however it...
Why Can’t I Include All of My Concerns In My Divorce Complaint?
Dear Attorneys, I currently have an attorney for my divorce....
Why Am I Not Able To Have My Residential Closing On The Date I Chose?
Dear Attorneys, I began the process of buying a new...
Why Can My Spouse Contest Our Pre-Nuptial Agreement?
Dear Attorneys, I signed a pre-nuptial agreement with my spouse,...
What Is Nesting?
Dear Attorneys, My wife, or soon-to-be ex-wife, and I are...
Does My Criminal Matter Affect My Custody Case?
Dear Attorneys, I was recently arrested, and while my criminal...
Can I Modify My Agreement If It Was Entered In Another State?
Dear Attorneys, I moved to Connecticut a few months ago...
Can I Move In With My Significant Other Before My Divorce Is Finalized?
Dear Attorneys, I am nearing the end of my divorce,...
Am I Able to Take Money from My Retirement Account to Pay Debts During Divorce?
Dear Attorneys, I need to hire a law firm for...
Why Do I Have To Tell My Attorney The Truth?
Dear Attorneys, I currently have an attorney helping me with...
Why Do I Need To Provide Financial Documentation For My Pre-Nuptial Agreement?
Dear Attorneys, I am getting a Pre-Nuptial Agreement drafted and...
Do My Expenses Effect My Child Support Obligation?
Dear Attorneys, I am in the midst of a custody...
Can I Negotiate Personal Property In My Custody Matter?
Dear Attorneys, I was never married to my co-parent, and...
What Is Post-Secondary Education?
Dear Attorneys, What is post-secondary education? This keeps coming up...
If I Take A Loan Out Against My Retirement, Is My Spouse Entitled To Less?
Dear Attorneys, I want to take a loan against my...
Do I Need To Update My Estate Plan After Divorce?
Dear Attorneys, I was told that after my divorce I...
How Does Mediation Work?
Dear Attorneys, I am ready to get a divorce, but...
Is It Common For Attorneys To Tell Clients They Need A Reality Check?
Dear Attorneys, I hired an attorney to help me with...
Can I Move Out and Take the Kids?
Dear Attorneys, Things are getting pretty bad at home in...
What Do I Do When My Spouse Has Always Handled The Bills?
Dear Attorneys, I have been kept in the dark when...
If I Saved All The Money During Our Marriage, Is My Spouse Entitled To It?
Dear Attorneys, I am getting a divorce, and I am...
What Is A Long-Term Marriage And How Does It Affect My Assets?
Dear Attorneys, I have recently filed for divorce and I...
What Size Law Firm Is Right For Me?
Dear Attorneys, I am looking for a lawyer to begin...
How Do You Define Parenting Time?
Dear Attorneys, I recently got divorced from my spouse and...
Does My Life Insurance Policy Have A Cash Value?
Dear Attorneys, I recently purchased a life insurance policy and...
Do My Airline Miles Need To Be Included In My Estate Plan?
Dear Attorneys, I have been thinking about drafting a Will...
Is There An Alternative to Our Family Wizard?
Dear Attorneys, It was recommended that my co-parent and I...
Can I Be Ordered to Pay Support Before My Divorce Is Finalized?
Dear Attorneys, I have to pay child support before I...
Using Venmo to Pay Alimony
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How Does A Continuance Affect My Case?
Dear Attorneys, I have recently filed for divorce from my...
What Do I Do About A Delayed Divorce?
Dear Attorneys, I’m having a lot of difficulty getting my...
