Depending on which side of the ethical divide one stands, it is or is not advisable to do so. The problem is that filing the divorce, or better,...

If a party in a divorce in CT has hired a private investigator can the party that is being investigated ask for records?

Ms. Haakonsen has provided excellent advice with a fine nuance that must be attended. This is another reason why hiring an attorney is a good...

Health Insurance during divorce??

It sounds as if you are presuming only her income will count toward determining the cost of health insurance. It is entirely possible that each of...

Unless and until there is a conviction, it should not materially affect your background check. This does not mean that the allegation is...

Parents house in irrevocable trust since 1988 went in to nursing home 2011 passed away 2013 was on Medicaid state of ct. wants

Mr. Basche and Mr. Shalvoy have both provided excellent advice. I only add my voice to the recommendation that the trust instrument be reviewed...

If parental rights are terminated is the child support as well.?

Generally, if parental rights are terminated, there is no longer a legal obligation to the child and, therefore, no child support is owed.

Need help with figuring out visitation with son's father

The best thing to do is move the Court for an order of custody/visitation/access to formalize a schedule for the two of you to have the child. You...

If my kids mother voluntary want to give me the kids and have share custody will i need a guardian ad ? Still

The Court would have to be convinced that the planned agreement was in the best interests of the children. If not, the Court might use its...

What are the steps to preparing to have a will written up? What do I need to decide before making an appointment?

You have received excellent advice from the other attorneys, especially Mr. Basche. I would add that an important aspect of this process is...

Do I need to be present for my father's will when it's read

If you are not able to attend the reading, you may want to hire an attorney to represent your interests.