You may not be ready to think about your child's post-high school education yet, but if you are going through a divorce in Connecticut, now is the time. The state statutes include Section 46b-56c, which details how you can make sure the other parent contributes...
What makes private business valuation a complex matter?
Now that you face divorce as the owner of a profitable business, one of your first steps is to assess the fair market value of your company. If your spouse has an ownership stake in the business, having a business value is a must to determine what your spouse should...
Collaboration allows you to control your high-asset divorce
When there are significant assets involved in a divorce, the traditional courtroom process will likely become lengthy, expensive and contentious. Collaborative divorce is a form of alternative dispute resolution that keeps you out of court and allows you control,...
Intellectual property and divorce
Ideas can be worth millions and that makes them high-value assets in a divorce. Since Connecticut is an equitable distribution state, a divorce court divides property fairly rather than a 50/50 split. That makes dividing the value of the family car easier than what a...
What can nullify a prenuptial agreement?
Prenuptial agreements can protect both parties when you do them correctly. However, mistakes in the document or the circumstances surrounding it can make a judge throw it out. The Connecticut General Assembly explains there are certain factors you can prove that would...
When should you consider avoiding mediation?
Mediation could help protect your finances and future, but not every divorce qualifies for mediation. How do you know when traditional high-asset divorce makes for a better option than mediation? Family Education offers insights that may help. Learn which dispute...
Understanding the importance of your valuation date
As you prepare for your divorce proceedings in Connecticut, you will likely view the valuation of your marital assets with a great deal of interest. Yet as many of the clients that we here at Siegel & Kaufman P.C. are quick to discover, almost as important as the...
What is parental alienation?
After a divorce, both parents are encouraged to maintain a strong, loving relationship with their children. This is why most courts prefer to award joint custody, since it is believed to be in the best interest of the kids at the center of the custody dispute....
Is mediation a good option for your high-asset divorce?
Divorcing couples with a high net worth often dread litigation for several reasons including the public scrutiny that accompanies court proceedings. If you and your spouse can work together to create a viable divorce agreement, consider mediation, an option that...
How can I discuss a prenuptial with my partner?
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, divorce rates have been on the decline over the last ten years. However, marriage rates have also been on the decline over the same period, which shows that more people are reluctant to make such a firm commitment. One possible...
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