In Connecticut, a guardian ad litem (GAL) may be appointed to represent the children’s best interests in divorce litigation, custody cases, or post-judgment matters that involve minor children. Just as both parents typically have an attorney to represent their interests, a GAL serves as an independent voice for the children. How Does a GAL … Read more
In today’s digital world, social media plays a role in many Connecticut divorces, custody cases, and post-judgment modification matters. Facebook posts, Instagram photos, blogs, Venmo transactions, and online dating profiles can all find their way into the courtroom. If you are going through a divorce or custody dispute, it is important not to put anything … Read more
Child custody battles are heart-wrenching, especially for parents who fear that their child’s other parent poses an immediate and present risk to their child’s physical safety, psychological wellbeing or emotional wellbeing. If you believe your child is at imminent risk of physical danger or irreparable psychological harm, you can file for emergency custody orders in … Read more
Child custody battles are among the most complex and heart-wrenching matters in family law. If you and your child’s other parent are planning to divorce or otherwise part ways, and you disagree about your child’s living arrangements and/or how other major decisions about your child should be made, consult an experienced family law attorney with … Read more
If you have been adversely affected by a ruling in the Connecticut Superior Court regarding your divorce or child custody case, you may be able to appeal the ruling to a higher court. Before proceeding, however, it is important to carefully discuss the potential rewards versus the risks of mounting an appeal with an attorney … Read more
As family law attorneys in Connecticut, we are asked many questions by clients during their initial divorce consultation. In this, the second part of a two-part series, we answer some of the most frequently asked questions we receive. Will I have to go to court during my divorce in Connecticut? If so, when and why … Read more
In divorce litigation, couples with minor children sometimes have significant disagreements about what is in the best interest of the children. In these cases, a guardian ad litem (GAL) or attorney for the minor children (AMC) may be appointed to help arrive at a solution. Below is a primer on the similarities and differences between … Read more
The Connecticut Parentage Act (CPA) takes effect on January 1, 2022. The goal of the new, groundbreaking law, which was passed in June 2021, is to fill gaps that fail to protect many parent-child relationships. The CPA clarifies who qualifies as a parent and how individuals can establish parentage, while ensuring equal access to legal … Read more
When parents no longer live together and have minor children, there are circumstances where one of the parents may wish to relocate with the children. This scenario leads to some of the most difficult custody decisions and battles, especially if the decision to relocate is made after the divorce or entry of judgment of final … Read more
Connecticut courts determine child custody based on what is in the best interest of the children. In making its determination, the court will consider many factors. Below is an overview of how a parent’s mental health may play a role in a custody determination. Does the mental health of each parent impact the child custody … Read more