Deciding to divorce is never easy. But with MeehanLaw, LLC, on your side, we can answer any questions that you encounter. Our team resolves clients’ complex family law problems ranging from asset division to child custody.
Here, we have compiled a brief list of some of the questions that we frequently hear at our Bridgeport and Fairfield offices. We hope that it gives you a few of the answers you need.
There are two options for finalizing a divorce. The first is for the spouses to reach a mutually satisfactory agreement through negotiation, mediation or collaborative law. The other is to go to trial and receive a divorce decree from a judge. Either of these options will legally end your marriage.
Every divorce is unique. Some uncontested divorces with simple assets take only a few weeks. Contested divorces with complex assets may drag on for years. The average divorce lasts for several months.
Our state offers no-fault divorce. This means that you do not need to prove fault to file for divorce. If you do wish to file an at-fault divorce, the grounds include:
Demonstrating these faults in court is not easy, but MeehanLaw, LLC, can help you do it.
Connecticut is an equitable property state. The court will divide all marital assets in an equitable manner between spouses. This does not necessarily mean the division will be 50-50. Judges consider factors such as each spouses’ income and contribution to the marriage. Because there is so much leeway, it is wise to have an attorney advocating for you.
We are happy to answer more questions and address any concerns you have about the divorce process. Contact our office at 203-664-8059. You can also use our online contact form.
The information you obtain at this site is not, nor is it intended to be, legal advice. You should consult an attorney for advice regarding your individual situation. We invite you to contact us and welcome your calls, letters and electronic mail. Contacting us does not create an attorney-client relationship. Please do not send any confidential information to us until such time as an attorney-client relationship has been established.