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Special Needs Children in Family Law
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Creating a Great Parenting Plan
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8 Factors Connecticut Courts Consider for Custody and Visitation
5 Ways You Can Support Your Child After Your Divorce
Child Custody: Best Interests of the Child
Child Custody Jurisdiction & Connecticut
What Connecticut Courts Consider When Ruling on Child Custody
Moving Away With Your Children After Divorce
Checklist For Couples With Children: Important Issues To Consider When Creating A Parenting Plan
Why More Divorcing Couples Are Choosing Mediation
4 Benefits of Collaborative Divorce Over Traditional Litigation
4 Professionals Who are Part of Your Collaborative Divorce Team
A Brief Introduction to Collaborative Divorce
4 Benefits of Choosing Mediation for Your Divorce
5 Key Differences Between Collaborative and Litigated Divorce
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4 Tips for Taking Care of Yourself During Divorce
Understanding "No-Fault" Divorce
5 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Getting a Divorce
Keeping Your Uncooperative Spouse Calm
5 Ways You Can Rebuild Your Life After Divorce
Money Matters: 4 Ways You Can Financially Prepare for a Divorce
Family Pets in a Divorce Action
Essential Knowledge for a Connecticut Divorce
A Few Things to Consider Before You Move Out of The Marital Home
Divorce: FAQ's
The short answer is yes. Many litigation lawyers charge a retainer fee between $2,500 and $10,000 (for each spouse) for most average litigation cases and bill the client for services in addition to the time covered by the retainer. Once this initial retainer is exhausted, the attorney will charge a new retainer or invoice the client monthly. The retainer amount will be substantially more in complex cases, involving custody disputes or complex financial disputes.
The short answer is yes. Many litigation lawyers charge a retainer fee between $2,500 and $10,000 (for each spouse) for most average litigation cases and bill the client for services in addition to the time covered by the retainer. Once this initial retainer is exhausted, the attorney will charge a new retainer or invoice the client monthly. The retainer amount will be substantially more in complex cases, involving custody disputes or complex financial disputes.