Families change dramatically during and after divorce proceedings. For example, at least one of the parents in the household will likely move out of the family home. Sometimes, everyone has to relocate because neither parent can afford the marital home on their own....

Family Law
How old are couples, on average, when they have their first child?
The age at which people have their first child has been changing in the United States. Like the age at which they get married, it has been going up. Recently, the U.S. census determined that the average age of a woman who was having her first child was 30 years old....
Talking to your child about new relationships after divorcing
Divorce is undoubtedly a life-changing event that can bring about various challenges, especially when there are children in the picture. As a responsible parent, navigating the territory of new romantic relationships after divorcing requires sensitivity, open...
2 reasons why you may need to modify alimony
Ideally, divorce would mark the end of everything to do with your spouse. Once the divorce is finalized and you sign those dotted lines, you want to leave the court with a sigh of relief that you have finally cut ties with your ex. Unfortunately, some divorces are...
Unique challenges of divorce on business owners
Your family has always been your number one priority, with your business being a close second. Unfortunately, your marriage is not quite working out. You’ve decided that the best way to go is to pursue a divorce. This is what’s best for you and your family overall....
Are the differences in your marriage irreconcilable?
You’ve been married for several years and there have been many ups and downs along the way. You had the honeymoon period in the beginning and as time went on you both faced some setbacks. This is a normal pattern for marriages to take. The important thing is that you...
How soon can you start dating after deciding to divorce?
If you and your spouse have decided that you want to get divorced, then you may be ready to move on. Some people feel comfortable dating right away, because their marriages have been struggling for a while. They feel that they’ve already mourned the loss of that...
Parental alienation isn’t always intentional, but it is harmful
Parental alienation is a phrase that refers to when a parent harms their child’s relationship with the other parent. Usually, this is intentional, such as if they start telling the child lies about the other parent or promise to give them gifts if they will snub the...
What happens to unused embryos in a Connecticut divorce?
As more women have pursued higher education and competitive careers, more married couples have waited longer in life to start a family. This trend has led to a rise in fertility treatments to help these couples grow their families. In vitro fertilization (IVF) is a...
Divorce with kids may come later than you think
Getting divorced is common for couples who have children together. Often, the assumption is that these parents will have gotten married in their 20s and decided to split up in their 30s. Consider, for instance, the so-called seven-year-itch. A couple may get married...