Alexander Cuda – Divorce and Family Law Attorney

Alexander J. Cuda is a highly respected family and matrimonial law attorney. With numerous published articles and speaking engagements, Alex’s leadership in family law is well-known. He has been named one of the “Top 10 Family Law Attorneys in Southern Connecticut” by such organizations as the National Academy of Family Law Attorneys (2017). The Connecticut Law Tribune recognized him as a “New Leader in the Law,” in 2014. Attorney Cuda was recognized and rated as a SuperLawyers Honoree in both 2019 and 2020 was a SuperLawyers “Rising Star” from 2012 to 2018. The Connecticut Bar Association Family Law Section also recognized him as a “Rising Star” in 2010 and 2011. He was honored to receive the Connecticut Bar Association Pro Bono Award (2009) and has a 10 star “superb” featured attorney rating on Avvo. Alex is an experienced negotiator and advocate whether in litigation, mediation, or arbitration. He also provides skilled representation in family and matrimonial appeals. Alex is known for his forceful advocacy, responsiveness, and clear communication as well as his compassionate understanding of each client’s unique needs. He handles both custody and complex financial matters. Alex lives with his family in Fairfield County. Alex been extremely active with community service organizations focused on the prevention of Domestic Violence, Spousal Abuse, and Child Abuse. In October of 2020, Alex received the Purple Ribbon Award from the Greenwich YWCA’s Center for Domestic Abuse Services for his outstanding commitment to the victims of domestic violence.

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Awards and Recognition

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Honors

Articles (or Publications)

Annual Review of Developments in Family Law” (with Aidan Welsh, Louise Truax, David McGrath, Amy MacNamara, and Steven Dembo), Panelist, Connecticut Bar Association 2020 Annual Meeting/Connecticut Legal Conference, 2020;
“What Non-Family Lawyers Need to Know During COVID-19,” (with Meghan Freed, Joshua Feldman, and Amy MacNamara), 5/21/2020, Connecticut Bar Association
“The Impact of the COVID-19 Crisis on Family Law Practice: Business Issues” (with Hon. Lynda Munro (ret.), William Murray, and Kenneth Pia), 4/30/2020, Fairfield County Bar Association, 2020;
“Financial Issues in Family Law: Protecting Your Client’s Interests” (with David McGrath and Amy MacNamara) – Connecticut Bar Association 4/23/19, Panelist, “Financial Issues in Family Law: Protecting Your Client’s Interests”, Connecticut Bar Association Meeting, 2019;
Judges Meeting moderator, Connecticut Bar Association Family Law Section Meeting, 5/15/19, Moderator, Judges Meeting moderator, Connecticut Bar Association Family Law Section Meeting, 2019;
“Annual Review of Developments in Family Law” (with Aidan Welsh, Louise Truax, Amy MacNamara, and Steven Dembo), Panelist, “Annual Review of Developments in Family Law”, Connecticut Bar Association 2019 Annual Meeting/Connecticut Legal Conference, 2019;
“Alimony,” A Practical Guide to Divorce in Connecticut, M.C.L.E., Inc., 1st Edition, Publication Date: 1/6/14 (Updated supplement 12/7/18), Author, “Alimony,” A Practical Guide to Divorce in Connecticut, M.C.L.E., Inc., 1st Edition, Publication Date: 1/6/14 (Updated supplement 12/7/18), 2018;
“Annual Review of Developments in Family Law” (with Aidan Welsh, Louise Truax, Amy MacNamara, and Steven Dembo) – Connecticut Bar Association 2018 Annual Meeting/Connecticut Legal Conference, 6/11/18, Panelist;
“Annual Review of Developments in Family Law”, Connecticut Bar Association 2018 Annual Meeting/Connecticut Legal Conference, 2018
Update on Connecticut Practice Book Revisions, Connecticut Bar Association Family Law Section Meeting, 1/10/17, Speaker, Update on Connecticut Practice Book Revisions, Connecticut Bar Association Family Law Section Meeting, 2017;
Taking, Defending, and Utilizing Depositions, Fairfield County Bar Association, 5/24/17, Speaker, Taking, Defending, and Utilizing Depositions, Fairfield County Bar Association, 2017;
“Annual Review of Developments in Family Law,” Connecticut Bar Association Annual Meeting/Connecticut Legal Conference, 6/12/17, Speaker, Annual Review of Developments in Family Law, Connecticut Bar Association Family Law Section Meeting, 2017;
“The Automatic Orders: How to Avoid Problems and What to Do When They Happen, Fairfield County Bar Association,” (with Ross Kaufman and Andrew Eliot), 1/26/17, Fairfield County Bar Association;
Essentials of Family Law, Connecticut Bar Association, 11/8/17, Speaker, Essentials of Family Law, Connecticut Bar Association, 2017;
Annual Review of Developments in Family Law, Connecticut Bar Association Annual Meeting/Connecticut Legal Conference, 6/12/17, Speaker, Annual Review of Developments in Family Law, Connecticut Bar Association Annual Meeting/Connecticut Legal Conference, 2017;
“The Myth of Alimony Reform” (with Arnold Rutkin), Connecticut Law Tribune, 2012;
“Crews-ing Away from Equity and Back Again: Enforcement of Premarital Agreements in Connecticut,” Connecticut Family Lawyer, 2012
“Conservators Can Pursue Divorces on Behalf of Wards” (with David Griffin), Connecticut Law Tribune, 2011

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Presentations

“Essentials of Family Law” (with Judge Lynda Munro (ret.), Amy MacNamara, Dara Goings, and Eva DeFranco) — Connecticut Bar Association, 11/8/17
“Annual Review of Developments in Family Law” (with Aidan Welsh and Steven Dembo) – Connecticut Bar Association 2017 Annual Meeting/Connecticut Legal Conference, 6/12/17
“Taking, Defending, and Utilizing Depositions” (with Christopher McCormack and Adam Blank) – Fairfield County Bar Association, 5/24/17
“The Automatic Orders: How to Avoid Problems and What to Do When They Happen” (with Andy Eliot and Ross Kaufman) – Fairfield County Bar Association, 1/26/17
“Update on Connecticut Practice Book Revisions Effective January 1, 2017) – Connecticut Bar Association Family Law Section Meeting, 1/10/17
“Annual Review of Developments in Family Law” (with Aidan Welsh, Steven Dembo and Louise Truax) – Connecticut Bar Association 2016 Annual Meeting/Connecticut Legal Conference, 6/13/16
“Prejudgment Remedies in Family Cases” – Connecticut Bar Association Practice Tips video presentation, Episode #6, 4/1/16
“Annual Review of Family Law Cases” (with Aidan Welsh and Steven Dembo) – Connecticut Bar Association 2015 Annual Meeting / Connecticut Legal Conference, 6/15/15
Special presentation on Dan v. Dan and McKeon v. Lennon at CBA Family Law Section Executive Committee meeting, 2/10/15
“Family Law Arbitration: How It Works, How It Can Benefit Clients and Counsel, and What to Expect from the Arbitrator” – Moderator for Fairfield County Bar Association Seminar, 1/7/15
“Synopsis and Analysis of Connecticut Supreme Court Decision in Olson v. Mohammadu (SC 18963)” – Connecticut Bar Association Family Law Section Meeting, 1/14/14
“Changes to the Rules of Professional Conduct and Practice Book” – Connecticut Bar Association Family Law Section Meeting, 11/12/13
“Annual Review of New Developments in Family Law” (with Campbell D. Barrett) – Connecticut Bar Association 2013 Annual Meeting, 6/17/13
“A Survey of New England Family Cases Involving Business Valuation” (by Arnold H. Rutkin with Alexander J. Cuda), AAML New England 2013 Regional Symposium, 5/4/13
“Confidentiality and Nondisclosure Agreements in Family Law Cases: Drafting, Litigating, and Getting It Done” (with Allen Gary Palmer) – Connecticut Bar Association and Fairfield County Bar Association joint CLE, 3/20/13
“A Limited Comparison of Alimony Guidelines Methodology: Massachusetts Statutes, Raised Bill 5509 (Connecticut), and the AAML Commission Recommendations” (with various panelists) – Connecticut Bar Association Annual Meeting, 6/11/12
“Use of a Mental Health Expert at Trial” (by Arnold H. Rutkin with Alexander J. Cuda) – Connecticut Chapter of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers Advanced Custody Seminar, 5/18/12
“An Overview of Property Division and Spousal Support Regimes in the United States” (by Sarah S. Oldham with Alexander J. Cuda) – International Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers Annual Meeting, September 2010

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