CT DIVORCE & FAMILY LAW BLOG

The Resolution Plan Date is one of the first court dates you’ll have in your family law matter. But what is a Resolution Plan Date (or “RPD”)? What happens there?...

In financially complex, high-asset divorces, all money-related aspects—specifically alimony, child support, and property division—can be tricky. Property division is probably the most challenging element to consider while drafting your divorce agreement, which is why...

One of the questions that come up in family law cases is: What is a Motion for Continuance? In the majority of litigated divorces, there is at least one Motion for Continuance filed. But what...

Kelly Clarkson has been in the news for seeking a bifurcation in her divorce.  But what does it mean to bifurcate your divorce? We’ve told you before that prenups aren’t just for celebrities...

Child support is a major financial consideration in divorces with children and custody actions.  But what about child support and bonuses?  Do courts include a parent’s bonus in her income when calculating child support? Read...

What is the difference between alimony and child support?  Read on to learn more about child support vs alimony — including the differences (and similarities) between the two. Child Support vs Alimony Basics...

There have been some significant changes to the 2021 Child Tax Credit under the American Rescue Plan.  The good news is that the credit increased for many.  However, there are potential...

You may have heard the term “divorce decree” and wondered exactly what it is?  Read on to learn more about divorce decrees — including what they are, how they work,...

There's a lot of legal terminology involved when making custody, visitation, & parenting decisions in your divorce or following a breakup with your partner. So it’s no wonder that a...

Updated December 9, 2023 Many people involved in a divorce, separation, or custody matter wonder whether Connecticut has a divorce parenting class requirement. The short answer is yes, Connecticut requires...