Modifying Alimony in Connecticut Years after divorce, it is not uncommon for ex-spouses to have to revisit certain terms of the divorce agreement. Alimony is something that often needs modifying, especially if an ex-spouse loses a significant amount of income or shift careers. Any sudden and severe economic downturn will often result in a spike …
This is an extremely trying time for everyone dealing with the Coronavirus pandemic. Families spending so much time together at home, coupled with potential changes in income, employment, childcare schedules, health, and other unforeseen circumstances, can take a significant toll on a marriage. For those contemplating a divorce, or in the midst of one, or …
Updated Guidance on Divorce and Custody During and After Covid-19 Read More »
As you may already know, the Connecticut Courts are closed to routine matters until further notice. Some courts will hear priority 1 matters which include domestic violence cases, Restraining Order applications, Ex Parte Emergency Hearings for Custody, and the like. The courts that are hearing priority 1 matters have been reduced to ten statewide. All …
It’s the conversations anyone going through a divorce dreads the most: breaking the news to their children. No matter how perfectly you plan the talk and execute it, your children will still need time to process their emotions and feelings after receiving the life-altering news of their parents’ divorce. While it is true that a …
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Over the years, couples and family law attorneys have begun finding alternatives to traditional court litigation to come up with a final divorce agreement. Despite what you may see on TV or in the movies, there are other ways to handle the divorce process without the yelling and courtroom drama. One of these methods that …
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Figuring out the best custody situation for your child already brings stresses and heartache. Special needs children can make custody an even more sensitive process. A sad truth in Connecticut is that parents of children with special needs divorce at higher rates. This has a lot to do with the extra obligations and responsibilities placed …
When you choose collaborative divorce for a peaceful, solution-focused end to your marriage, you benefit from the knowledge and experience of not just your lawyers, but everyone on your divorce team. In many collaborative divorces, attorneys will retain specialists from different fields to help you and your ex-partner navigate the process more easily. Your team …
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The McConnell Family Law Group places a special emphasis on military divorce cases. Both attorneys Paul McConnell and Matthew Crocket are veterans and still serving in the Marine Corps reserves. In addition, as with all first responders, we offer a 25% discount to all veterans and members of our armed services. Serving in the military …
Divorce could be one of the most difficult experiences of your life—even when both sides work together to minimize stress and confrontation, divorce is often just as traumatizing as the death of a family member. That’s why it’s crucial that you take care of yourself during this time. For many people, the tendency is to …
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Every divorcing couple has a number of difficult and emotionally trying issues to discuss and sort out, but the stakes are even higher in high net worth divorces. Each partner stands to lose quite a bit if divorce proceedings don’t go well, which often increases animosity and pushes each side toward litigation. Those embroiled in …
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