When a military member divorces, the process is significantly more complicated than it is when two civilians divorce. The very nature of military work means that a 50/50 custody split may be impossible, and losing the benefits of military life—including housing and health care—often put a significant burden on the non-military spouse. However, the military …
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How to Create a Great Parenting Plan That’s Fair to Everyone One of the best tools you can have as you head into post-divorce life is a thorough parenting plan. Regardless of the relationship you have with your ex-spouse, a parenting plan is crucial. Even those on friendly terms benefit from a plan that clearly …
The holiday season is here, and with it comes the familiar stress for separated and divorced families. As a season of family togetherness, it can be a tough time for children of divorce to cope with. They may think of their friends’ families enjoying festivities, songs, and movies as a complete and happy unit, while …
When you enter into a custody order, provided by you or the court system, you are agreeing to follow the order in its entirety or face the consequences set by the judge. The basis of custody orders in Connecticut is whatever is in the best interests of the child. As co-parents, you can come up …
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From our video series, Attorney Paul McConnell discusses the initial attorney/client consultation. The goal is to delve into what do expect from the meeting.
You’ve heard that more than 50 percent of modern marriages end in divorce proceedings, but you may be surprised to find yourself becoming part of that statistic. Before you make a final decision, step back and ask yourself these five pertinent questions. 1. Are You Done with Emotionally Unfinished Business? Making the decision to divorce …
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Legal Separation vs. Divorce: How Are They Different? When you and your spouse have made the difficult decision to end your marriage, you have two options. You can either get divorced or get a legal separation agreement. Each has its own benefits. In this blog, we discuss the difference between these two options and hopefully …
Divorce in the 21st Century: 4 Tips for Social Media Etiquette In today’s technological world, many people put their whole lives on social media for everyone to see. We understand that navigating social media sites during and after your divorce can be tricky; however, the wrong posts can really cost you. By following these tips …
Here at the McConnell Family Law Group, we are proud of our military heritage and we offer 25% discounted rates for military members and their families. Military divorces are different from traditional divorces in several respects. Perhaps the most significant differences are based on the rules and regulations that apply to these proceedings …
