Prenuptial agreements are more common than ever with high-asset unions. Especially when each party in the marriage brings their own wealth to the relationship, it is important to protect those interests. If you are facing a divorce in your high-asset marriage, you...
Divorce
Times to consider appealing your divorce ruling
The emotional nature of divorce cases often leads to one party’s disagreement with the final ruling. Disagreeing with a ruling is not sufficient reason to file an appeal. That does not mean you cannot appeal a family law ruling. There are three instances when you...
Balancing co-parenting duties with running a business
The months and years following a divorce can be a period for you to focus on your personal goals, including those relating to the success of your business. However, you have another very important area of your life to focus on as well if you share a co-parenting...
The cons of high-asset divorces
High-asset divorces involve a lot of high-value assets. In these types of divorces, the more property you have, the more complex this case is. Since these are highly complex, you should understand their cons before beginning your divorce. They are more expensive It...
Negotiating child custody as an entrepreneur
If you are a business leader with a busy schedule and you are going through a divorce, you might worry about receiving custody of your children. Fortunately, there are custody arrangements that can enable you to stay connected with your children. Understanding how...
How to discuss a postnuptial agreement in a high-asset marriage
When it seems like divorce is imminent, you might feel concerned about how you will protect your business and other personally significant assets during the property division process. If you do not have a prenuptial agreement in place, then discussing a postnuptial...
FAQ about appealing family law judgements
Family law judges make final decisions that impact couples, parents, and children. Occasionally the result is not what one or both parties want, and they might consider appealing. Reviewing these frequently asked questions can make it easier to know what to expect if...
Common behaviors that contribute to fault in an at-fault divorce
Connecticut is an at-fault state for the purpose of determining asset division in a divorce. This means that, rather than enforcing an equitable 50-50 distribution in all cases, the court will instead make decisions based on the contributing factors leading to a...
Splitting retirement funds in a high-asset divorce
Since Connecticut is an equitable distribution state, retirement savings may get split in a divorce. Various retirement accounts have different regulations and tax obligations, so it may be challenging to ensure each spouse gets their fair share. Pensions...
Can fault impact your no-fault divorce?
Although Connecticut is among the states that recognize fault divorces, most couples choose the no-fault option when ending their marriages to avoid lengthy litigation and embarrassing court testimony. Still, this does not mean that a judge disregards fault when...