For Meg and Harry, this marriage may work. They have chemistry to burn, lots of projects, goals and values in common. Happily ever after is possible. The key values to
Collaborative Mediation in Divorce
Separate and Divorce Amicably Here are some important steps in ending the cycle of conflict when you divorce. Unresolved conflict brings clients to the Divorce Process. You need to defuse
7 Key Characteristics of an Effective Divorce Mediator. Self Determination and Neutrality.
1. A Divorce Mediator must be empathetic and an avid listener. A good divorce mediator/attorney focuses on client’s needs, interests, agenda, objectives and questions. What makes the mediation process difficult
How is the amount of child support and alimony determined in Connecticut?
In a divorce, you’ll hear the phrases “maintain a lifestyle to which your family is accustomed” and “reasonable needs.” There’s an inherent conflict for divorcing couples between the concepts of
What happens to debt in a divorce?
For many families, divorce is an opportunity for a financial fresh start. During the divorce process, we must address the debt and how the debt is paid. Debt really does
Income and Child Support in Connecticut
How is child support determined in the State of Connecticut and what is considered Income for purpuses of Child Support. The child-support guideline is just that. A guideline. First, we
Child Support, Alimony and Taxes
Many divorcing spouses in Connecticut or clients seeking a legal separation whether in the New Haven Court, Hartford Court, New Britain or Tolland, or any other Connecticut Court, ask a
What Are Some Taxable Assets in a Connecticut Divorce
Many divorcing spouses or clients seeking a legal separation, ask a variety of tax-related divorce questions. Here are some divorce-related tax issues in a Connecticut Divorce. Once such questions is
Business Valuation in a Connecticut Divorce: What Is Your Business Worth?
About 90% of U.S. businesses are family owned so it’s no surprise that one of the first questions divorcing couples ask themselves is, “What is the business worth?” Obviously, both
How to Use Your 401(k) to Pay for Your Divorce
Getting divorced is challenging enough without worrying about money, but did you know you can access your 401(k) to pay some bills? In this post I discuss why you might