Connecticut divorce questions and answers
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Filing and Getting Started
Essential information about filing and getting started in Connecticut divorce cases.
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Property Division and Assets
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Alimony and Spousal Support
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Filing and Getting Started
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Yes, you absolutely can file for divorce online in Connecticut. The Connecticut Judicial Branch has a modern electronic filing system, known as "E-Ser...
Filing and Getting Started
12 min read
Yes, you absolutely can get a divorce in Connecticut even if your spouse lives in another state. Navigating a divorce is already a challenging journey...
Filing and Getting Started
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The short answer is no, you are not legally required to have a lawyer to get divorced in Connecticut. You have the right to represent yourself, a proc...
Filing and Getting Started
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Deciding to end a marriage is one of life's most challenging and personal choices. If you've reached this point, you're likely feeling overwhelmed and...
Filing and Getting Started
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Starting the divorce process can feel overwhelming, and one of the first official steps—serving the papers—often brings up a lot of questions and anxi...
Filing and Getting Started
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If you're considering divorce, one of the first practical questions you might have is about timing and location. The short answer is: you can file for...
Filing and Getting Started
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Going through a divorce is one of life's most challenging experiences, and it’s completely normal to wonder, "How long will this take?" The honest ans...
Filing and Getting Started
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Facing a divorce is emotionally and mentally taxing, and worrying about the financial side of things can make it feel even more overwhelming. If you'r...
Filing and Getting Started
11 min read
Navigating a divorce is one of life's most challenging experiences, and the mountain of paperwork can feel overwhelming. You're likely feeling stresse...
Filing and Getting Started
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Going through a divorce is one of life’s most challenging experiences. But if you and your spouse can agree on the major issues, the path forward can ...
Filing and Getting Started
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If you're facing the end of your marriage in Connecticut, you've probably heard two different terms used: "divorce" and "dissolution." This can be con...
Filing and Getting Started
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Figuring out the first steps of a divorce can feel overwhelming, and one of the most common initial questions is simply, "Where do I go?" In Connectic...
Child Custody and Support
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Child Custody and Support
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Yes, you can get sole custody in Connecticut, but it’s important to understand that it is not the most common outcome. Connecticut courts generally pr...
Child Custody and Support
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Yes, you absolutely can modify a custody order in Connecticut. Life is full of changes, and what worked for your family when your divorce was finalize...
Child Custody and Support
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It’s one of the most common and heart-wrenching questions parents ask during a divorce: "Can my child choose which parent to live with?" In Connecticu...
Child Custody and Support
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This is one of the most common questions we hear from parents navigating a divorce or separation, and it’s rooted in a completely understandable assum...
Child Custody and Support
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Life is full of changes, and sometimes a new job, a new relationship, or the need for family support means considering a move. When you share a child ...
Child Custody and Support
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Feeling frustrated, worried, or angry when a co-parent doesn't follow your custody order is completely understandable. You went through the difficult ...
Child Custody and Support
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Figuring out child support can be one of the most stressful parts of a divorce or separation. You want to ensure your children are financially secure,...
Child Custody and Support
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Navigating the financial responsibilities of a divorce or separation is one of the most challenging parts of the process. If you have children, one of...
Child Custody and Support
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Deciding on arrangements for your children is often the most emotional and challenging part of a divorce or separation. If you and your co-parent can'...
Child Custody and Support
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Navigating life after a divorce or separation is challenging, especially when children are involved. Your parenting plan, which is part of a legally b...
Child Custody and Support
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It’s incredibly frustrating and stressful when your child’s other parent fails to pay court-ordered child support. You rely on that money to provide f...
Child Custody and Support
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Going through a divorce brings up a whirlwind of questions, and for parents of teenagers, one of the biggest is: "What about college?" It’s a major fi...
Child Custody and Support
12 min read
Going through a divorce or separation is one of life's most challenging experiences, especially when children are involved. If you're navigating this ...
Child Custody and Support
12 min read
Navigating a divorce is tough, and when children are involved, figuring out finances can feel overwhelming. One of the most common questions we hear i...
Child Custody and Support
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If you're a parent going through a divorce or custody case in Connecticut, you've likely been told you need to complete a parenting class. This is the...
Property Division and Assets
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Property Division and Assets
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For many people going through a divorce, the question of what happens to the family home is one of the most stressful and emotional parts of the proce...
Property Division and Assets
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Going through a divorce is overwhelming, and when you start thinking about dividing assets like a 401k, it can feel even more complicated. You’ve work...
Property Division and Assets
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Facing a divorce is overwhelming enough without the added stress of untangling your finances. One of the most common questions we hear is about debt, ...
Property Division and Assets
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Figuring out what happens to your money and property during a divorce is stressful enough. But what about the other side of the coin—your debts? For m...
Property Division and Assets
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Going through a divorce is one of life’s most challenging experiences. When a family business is involved, the complexity and stress can feel overwhel...
Property Division and Assets
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Going through a divorce is tough, and one of the most stressful parts can be figuring out who gets what. When it comes to your personal belongings—the...
Property Division and Assets
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Figuring out what happens to the family home is often one of the most stressful and emotional parts of a divorce. It’s more than just a financial asse...
Property Division and Assets
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If you're facing a divorce in Connecticut, one of the first questions you might have is how your property will be divided. You may have heard the term...
Property Division and Assets
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If you’ve received a significant gift or inheritance during your marriage, it’s natural to worry about what might happen to it in a divorce. Many peop...
Property Division and Assets
11 min read
Going through a divorce is an emotional rollercoaster, and for many people, the question of what will happen to a beloved pet adds a significant layer...
Property Division and Assets
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Facing a divorce is overwhelming, and worrying about your financial future, especially your hard-earned retirement savings, only adds to the stress. I...
Property Division and Assets
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Going through a divorce is overwhelming enough without adding complex financial assets to the mix. If you or your spouse have stock options, you’re pr...
Property Division and Assets
11 min read
Going through a divorce is one of life’s most challenging experiences, and worrying about how your property will be divided only adds to the stress. I...
Property Division and Assets
12 min read
Going through a divorce is one of life's most challenging experiences, and worrying about your financial future can make it even more stressful. If yo...
Property Division and Assets
12 min read
If you’re facing a divorce in Connecticut, one of the most common and stressful questions is, "What happens to my property?" You might have heard frie...
Alimony and Spousal Support
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Alimony and Spousal Support
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Going through a divorce often brings a storm of financial uncertainty. One of the biggest questions people face is about alimony, or spousal support. ...
Alimony and Spousal Support
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Yes, you can absolutely waive alimony in Connecticut. Many couples choose to do this as part of their divorce settlement. However, it's one of the mos...
Alimony and Spousal Support
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Yes, you can get permanent alimony in Connecticut, but it is increasingly rare and typically reserved for specific circumstances, most often after a l...
Alimony and Spousal Support
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It is incredibly frustrating and stressful when your ex-spouse fails to pay court-ordered alimony. You counted on that financial support, and when it ...
Alimony and Spousal Support
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Life is full of unexpected changes, and your financial situation after a divorce is no exception. If you're paying or receiving alimony in Connecticut...
Alimony and Spousal Support
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If you're going through a divorce, one of the most pressing questions is often about finances. For many, that question is: "How long does alimony last...
Alimony and Spousal Support
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The short answer is no. For any divorce finalized on or after January 1, 2019, alimony is no longer taxable income for the person receiving it, nor is...
Alimony and Spousal Support
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Figuring out finances during a divorce is often the most stressful part of the process. When it comes to spousal support, you might be wondering if th...
Alimony and Spousal Support
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It is incredibly frustrating and stressful when your divorce decree is finalized, you have a court order for alimony, and then your ex-spouse simply s...
Alimony and Spousal Support
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Getting remarried is a joyful milestone, but if you receive alimony, it also brings significant financial questions. One of the most common is, "What ...
Alimony and Spousal Support
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Going through a divorce is a major life change, and the financial adjustments that follow can be just as challenging. If you are paying alimony, you m...
Alimony and Spousal Support
11 min read
Navigating a divorce is one of life's most challenging experiences, and when you add financial uncertainty to the mix, it can feel overwhelming. One o...
Alimony and Spousal Support
11 min read
Figuring out the financial future after a divorce is stressful, and one of the biggest questions people have is about alimony. If you're paying or rec...
Court Process and Procedures
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Court Process and Procedures
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Yes, you absolutely can represent yourself in a Connecticut divorce. The legal term for this is appearing "pro se," which means "for oneself." Many pe...
Court Process and Procedures
12 min read
Going through a divorce is one of life's most challenging experiences, and one of the biggest sources of anxiety is uncertainty about the timeline. If...
Court Process and Procedures
11 min read
Going through a divorce is one of life's most challenging experiences. You're likely feeling overwhelmed by legal questions, financial worries, and em...
Court Process and Procedures
10 min read
Going through a divorce is overwhelming, and the mountain of paperwork can feel like the last thing you want to deal with. We understand. Taking it on...
Court Process and Procedures
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The moment the judge signs your divorce decree can feel like the end of a long, exhausting journey. It’s a moment of relief, closure, and for many, a ...
Court Process and Procedures
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It’s one of the most common and stressful questions people face during a divorce: "What happens if we just can't agree?" The vision of a simple, amica...
Court Process and Procedures
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Going through a divorce is overwhelming, and the legal jargon can make it even more confusing. One term you'll hear a lot is "discovery." If you're wo...
Court Process and Procedures
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Going through a divorce is one of life's most challenging experiences. You're facing a future that looks different than you planned, and the legal pro...
Court Process and Procedures
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Walking into a courthouse for the first time can be incredibly intimidating, especially when it’s for your own divorce. The good news is that your fir...
Court Process and Procedures
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Going to divorce court is stressful enough without having to worry about your wardrobe. But the reality is, what you wear matters. While a judge won't...
Special Circumstances
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Special Circumstances
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Yes, you absolutely can change your name back after a divorce in Connecticut. Whether you want to return to your birth name or a former name, Connecti...
Special Circumstances
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Yes, you absolutely can get a divorce in Connecticut even if your spouse is incarcerated. Facing this situation is incredibly challenging, and the leg...
Special Circumstances
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Yes, you absolutely can get divorced in Connecticut if you or your spouse is in the military. While the emotional journey of ending a marriage is univ...
Special Circumstances
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Going through a divorce is a major life event, and looking toward the future is a natural and healthy next step. If that future includes a new marriag...
Special Circumstances
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Going through a divorce is emotionally and financially draining. One of the biggest sources of stress is often the cost of legal representation. If yo...
Special Circumstances
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Facing a divorce is always challenging, but when your spouse is struggling with mental illness, it adds layers of complexity, concern, and emotional w...
Special Circumstances
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Feeling ready to move forward with your life but facing the overwhelming challenge of a missing spouse can feel like hitting a brick wall. You might b...
Special Circumstances
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Going through a divorce is incredibly stressful, and when you feel unsafe, that stress can become overwhelming. If you're concerned about your safety ...
Special Circumstances
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Facing a divorce is challenging enough, but when your spouse lives in another country, the process can feel overwhelming. You might be wondering if yo...
Special Circumstances
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Life is full of unexpected changes. A job loss, a promotion, a move, or a child’s evolving needs can make the terms of your original divorce decree fe...
Special Circumstances
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Going through a divorce is tough, and once it's finalized, you hope for a sense of closure and stability. So, when your former spouse fails to follow ...
Special Circumstances
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Navigating a divorce is one of life’s most challenging experiences, and worrying about your health insurance can add another layer of stress. If you'r...
Special Circumstances
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Finding out your ex-spouse wants to move out of state with your child can be one of the most stressful moments a parent can face. Your mind likely rac...
Special Circumstances
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It’s one of the most common and frustrating roadblocks in the divorce process: you’ve decided the marriage is over, but your spouse is digging in thei...
Special Circumstances
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Going through a divorce is challenging enough, but when domestic violence is involved, your safety and your children's safety become the absolute top ...
Post-Divorce Issues
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Post-Divorce Issues
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After the emotional journey of a divorce, dealing with paperwork is probably the last thing on your mind. However, your official divorce decree is a v...
Post-Divorce Issues
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Navigating a divorce is challenging enough without the added stress of figuring out your taxes. It’s a topic filled with confusing rules and financial...
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