Child support in Connecticut is determined by the child support guidelines. The calculation looks at the income of the mother and the father,...

Can a GAL make a recommendation for visitation without my agreement or me being present?

A GAL is someone appointed by the Court to represent the child's best interests. They are not the attorney of either party. The GAL's only purpose...

Will I lose my case without a lawyer? I am looking for sole custody, and 1/2 of my children's college paid for .

First, a judge will not treat you any differently because you are representing yourself. In fact they will treat you just like a lawyer and hold...

What are the chances a judge would change custody arrangements less than 3 months after divorce?

While technically custody, visitation, and child support are always modifiable, to do so the person filing the papers to change the orders would...

I want a separation from my husband

In Connecticut a court can grant a divorce or legal separation for any reason because we are a no fault state and the reason for the break down of...

Is it appropriate to discuss college tuition costs with your child who will be entering their first year of college.

The Connecticut Statutes regarding college expenses have several requirements of the parents as well as the child going to college before payment...

Can I ask for more child support since I am not receiving alimony any more.

Typically alimony and child support are separate. They are treated differently by the IRS and by the courts. Child support is a based on a formula...

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In a divorce matter in CT. I have completed the production and am now being asked to present copies of all checks and ledgers

As has been said, discovery can be very broad. Under the practice book there is mandatory disclosure of certain financial items within 30 days...