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Protecting a Family Business From Disruption During a Divorce

By Melissa_Needle | Published June 9, 2022 | Posted in Asset Division, Business Valuations, Divorce | Comments Off on Protecting a Family Business From Disruption During a Divorce

Protecting a Family Business in Connecticut Divorce Ending a marriage is hard enough, but when a family-owned company is involved, there is potentially more at stake. If you and your spouse have decided to get divorced, you may be wondering how you can protect your business from disruption. Not only is the business one of Read More

Jennifer’s Law Recognizes “Coercive Control” as Domestic Violence

By Melissa_Needle | Published December 20, 2021 | Posted in Connecticut Family Court, Domestic Violence, Enforcement Orders, Family Law, Restraining Orders | Comments Off on Jennifer’s Law Recognizes “Coercive Control” as Domestic Violence

Victims of domestic violence or abuse may petition the family court for an order of protection against their abusers. Historically, Connecticut law required that a victim show actual physical injury before the court would act. The inability to prove bodily injury left many people vulnerable to continued abuse. But a new law enacted in 2021 Read More

Equitable Distribution of Complex Financial Assets in Connecticut Divorce

By Melissa_Needle | Published June 1, 2021 | Posted in Asset Division, Business Valuations, Divorce, Family Law | Comments Off on Equitable Distribution of Complex Financial Assets in Connecticut Divorce

Equitable Distribution of Complex Financial Assets in Connecticut Divorce Connecticut’s equitable distribution property statutes present challenges. Build an experienced team of legal, tax, and valuation experts with Needle Cuda. Most divorces involve division of marital assets, either by agreement or by a judge’s order. How the assets are divided is based upon equitable distribution. Equitable Read More

Divorcing a Spouse with a Narcissistic Personality Disorder

By Melissa_Needle | Published April 15, 2021 | Posted in Divorce, Domestic Violence, Family Law | Comments Off on Divorcing a Spouse with a Narcissistic Personality Disorder

Divorcing a Spouse with Narcissistic Personality Disorder Ending a marriage can be emotionally and financially draining — and even more so if your spouse has narcissistic tendencies. People afflicted with this mental condition have an inflated sense of importance coupled with an excessive need for admiration and a lack of empathy. Often, a narcissist enjoys Read More

Financial Empowerment and Mindfulness (Life Insurance)

By Melissa_Needle | Published April 24, 2020 | Posted in Divorce, Family Law, Personal Finance and Divorce | Comments Off on Financial Empowerment and Mindfulness (Life Insurance)

Financial Empowerment and Mindfulness (Track Your Life Insurance Coverage Information) Life Insurance provides a financial safety net for your family if a family member dies. Ensuring that your income is protected if the unthinkable happens is smart planning. The proceeds from life insurance can cover the mortgage payments, college tuition expenses and even funeral costs. Read More

Pending and New Divorce Cases in Connecticut during COVID-19 Shutdown – What Can I Do Now?

By Melissa_Needle | Published April 15, 2020 | Posted in Alimony, Child Custody, Divorce, Family Law, Post-Judgment Modifications, Restraining Orders, Uncategorized, Visitation Rights | Comments Off on Pending and New Divorce Cases in Connecticut during COVID-19 Shutdown – What Can I Do Now?

Pending and New Divorce Cases in Connecticut during COVID-19 Shutdown – What Can I Do Now? The framework below outlines what actions can or should be taken (and why) during the Covid-19 shutdown. The list is broken down by family matter type: New Divorce Actions during Covid-19 These can still be filed now, and it Read More

Updated Connecticut Judicial Branch Schedule (Covid-19 Shutdown) for Family Court Cases

By Melissa_Needle | Published April 15, 2020 | Posted in Connecticut Family Court, Court Procedure, Covid-19, Divorce, Family Law | Comments Off on Updated Connecticut Judicial Branch Schedule (Covid-19 Shutdown) for Family Court Cases

Connecticut Judicial Branch Schedule Update – Family Court The statewide shutdown due to COVID-19 continues to restrict the normal flow business in family and matrimonial law matters heard before the Superior Court. Connecticut Courts remain in an state of unprecedented, limited operation: Limited courthouses open; Limited days/hours of operation; Limited access to courthouses; Limited filings Read More

Financial Empowerment and Mindfulness (Credit Cards and Credit Scores)

By Melissa_Needle | Published March 30, 2020 | Posted in Alimony, Divorce, Family Law, Personal Finance and Divorce | Comments Off on Financial Empowerment and Mindfulness (Credit Cards and Credit Scores)

Financial Empowerment and Mindfulness (Inventory Your Cards and Monitor Your Credit Scores) Maintain a complete and current inventory of your family credit cards and key credit metrics (e.g. limits, rates, minimum payments, due dates, etc.). Good Credit empowers couples to efficiently tackle a broad range of challenging and stressful family matters including: emergency travel, an Read More

Financial Mindfulness and Empowerment in Marriage (Tax Returns)

By Melissa_Needle | Published March 30, 2020 | Posted in Alimony, Asset Division, Divorce, Family Law, Personal Finance and Divorce | Comments Off on Financial Mindfulness and Empowerment in Marriage (Tax Returns)

Financial Mindfulness and Empowerment in Marriage (Inventory Your Tax Returns) Federal and State Tax Returns are your most important financial records Direct access to your federal and state tax returns is essential (and should be your top priority); Do you Maintain physical and digital copies? If not, you should! Best Practices for Couples Each marital Read More

How will Coronavirus / Covid 19 affect my Connecticut Divorce? (Frequently Asked Questions)

By Melissa_Needle | Published March 22, 2020 | Posted in Court Procedure, Covid-19, Divorce, Family Law, Post-Judgment Modifications | Tagged Tags: Coronavirus | Comments Off on How will Coronavirus / Covid 19 affect my Connecticut Divorce? (Frequently Asked Questions)

Getting a divorce in Connecticut during COVID-19 Impacts from the Coronavirus have dramatically altered the course of our everyday lives. Basic health issues taken for granted just a few short weeks ago and scary thoughts like “community spread” are becoming borderline obsessions as all of us race to wash our hands, sanitize all the horizontal Read More

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Protecting a Family Business From Disruption During a Divorce

Jennifer’s Law Recognizes “Coercive Control” as Domestic Violence

Equitable Distribution of Complex Financial Assets in Connecticut Divorce

Divorcing a Spouse with a Narcissistic Personality Disorder

Financial Empowerment and Mindfulness (Life Insurance)

Pending and New Divorce Cases in Connecticut during COVID-19 Shutdown – What Can I Do Now?

Updated Connecticut Judicial Branch Schedule (Covid-19 Shutdown) for Family Court Cases

Financial Empowerment and Mindfulness (Credit Cards and Credit Scores)

Financial Mindfulness and Empowerment in Marriage (Tax Returns)

How will Coronavirus / Covid 19 affect my Connecticut Divorce? (Frequently Asked Questions)

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