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Veronica E. Reich

Veronica E. Reich is a Partner at Reich & Truax, PLLC in Southport, Connecticut. She has practiced family law for more than 45 years, representing clients in complex divorce, custody, and support matters. Admitted to the Connecticut Bar in 1980, she earned her J.D. from Rutgers Law School in 1978 and her B.A. cum laude in Philosophy from Barnard College in 1975. Ms. Reich has received recognition for her service as a Special Master and Guardian Ad Litem and holds a high rating for legal ability and ethics from Martindale-Hubbell.

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How can I prepare for my custody hearing?
How can I prepare for my custody hearing?
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Last Modified on Nov 06, 2024

Even with an attorney’s assistance, child custody hearings are often stressful for parents. Keep in mind you have the best chance of a successful result when you conduct yourself appropriately and come to the courthouse fully prepared for your hearing. That’s why Very Well Family…

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Pet custody in a divorce
Pet custody in a divorce
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Last Modified on Nov 06, 2024

For many people in Connecticut, a dog or a cat might be the fur baby of their dreams. Pets today are more and more looked upon as treasured members of a family, not just creatures that live in the barn or in the dog house…

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Making your Connecticut parenting plan out of court
Making your Connecticut parenting plan out of court
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Last Modified on Mar 03, 2025

When parents can work together, the child benefits. This is especially true in the midst of a divorce. Determining parenting time after a divorce is key, and a proper parenting plan is essential to accomplishing this. In cases where parents are on decent terms, it…

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What types of adoption are available in Connecticut?
What types of adoption are available in Connecticut?
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Last Modified on Jan 09, 2025

There are several different ways to add a new child to your family through the process of adoption. However, according to FindLaw, the laws that govern adoption vary by state. This means that the adoption methods available to parents in other states may not be…

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Should you get a divorce or legally separate?
Should you get a divorce or legally separate?
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Last Modified on Mar 03, 2025

Connecticut residents like you who are considering splitting from your spouse have a number of options available. Today, Reich & Truax will discuss two of them: divorce and legal separation. They can provide unique benefits depending on how they’re used and the situation they are…

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Should you have an open or closed adoption?
Should you have an open or closed adoption?
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Last Modified on Nov 06, 2024

If you are unable to have children of your own in Connecticut, you may be considering adoption. There are many avenues you can take with adoption, and using an agency is a popular choice for many parents. Whether you adopt an infant or an older…

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The difficulty involved in gaining third-party visitation
The difficulty involved in gaining third-party visitation
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Last Modified on Mar 03, 2025

In Connecticut, it is not always blood ties and legal documents that make a family. At Reich Truax, PLLC , we know that it is not only possible but fairly common for you to forge a close relationship with a child who is not genetically…

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The basics of stepparent adoption
The basics of stepparent adoption
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Last Modified on Nov 06, 2024

When people marry someone with children in Connecticut, they usually take on a new role as a stepparent. Because they will have a parental role, some people may want to adopt their spouse’s children. Before stepparents decide that adoption is the right path for their…

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Who gets the reward points after a divorce?
Who gets the reward points after a divorce?
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Last Modified on Mar 03, 2025

If you and your spouse travel frequently, you have probably accumulated a significant number of hotel points. You may also have thousands of airline miles. While you may want to focus on your home, investment accounts and other major marital assets during your divorce, your…

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How should we handle debt during our divorce?
How should we handle debt during our divorce?
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Last Modified on Nov 06, 2024

If you and your spouse in Connecticut have made the difficult decision to end your marriage, you will now face the challenge of figuring out how to split up your assets and move forward with two single lives. A lot of attention is given to…

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