Ruel Ruel Burns & Britt shares our expertise with the community and those considering, or already involved in, divorce, custody, and other family law matters.
In Connecticut, both parents are obligated to support their children. When parents divorce or otherwise part, child support obligations are calculated according to the Connecticut Child Support and Arrearage Guidelines. The guidance in place for high income earners – who are defined as parents with a combined net income of more than $4,000 per week … 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
The division of assets is a complicated, stressful process in any divorce. But when one spouse is a beneficiary of a trust, this adds unique complexities to the divorce proceedings. When a trust is involved, it is important that both the beneficiary spouse and the nonbeneficiary spouse protect their interests by consulting with an attorney … 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
When a couple divorces and one or both spouses had significant premarital assets prior to the marriage, Connecticut courts will weigh many considerations in evaluating how these assets will be distributed. If I owned assets prior to my marriage and am now in a divorce, can I keep them? In a Connecticut divorce, all assets … Read more