Family Law

In some Connecticut divorce and family law cases, there is a Family Services Custody Evaluation. However, not every case includes a custody evaluation — it only happens when the parties (and their lawyers)...

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...

Updated September 4, 2024 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...

Many stepparents form very close bonds with their grandchildren. But what happens when the stepparent’s relationship ends with the child’s parent? What access will the former stepparent have to the...

In a Connecticut Termination of Parental Rights, the court severs the legal relationship between a minor child and one or both parents. If the court terminates the rights of only...

One of the major decisions to make during a divorce is how the parenting schedule will work. Many families have a shared parenting schedule, where their children spend significant time with...

A lot of legal terminology comes into play when it comes to making custody, visitation, & parenting decisions in your divorce.  It’s no wonder that a common question our divorce attorneys are asked is: “What...

One of the major decisions to make during a divorce is how the parenting schedule will work. Many families have a shared parenting schedule, where their children spend significant time...

One of the major decisions to make during a divorce is how the parenting schedule will work. Many families have some form of shared parenting schedule, where their children spend significant time...

More clarity is needed about the meaning of joint custody versus sole custody. So today, we’ve set out to clear up the similarities and differences. Please read on for more....