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Dissolving a marriage is almost always an emotionally turbulent experience, but it’s also a highly complex legal process describing the rights and responsibilities of each party. Your state’s divorce laws describe your rights to marital property, child custody issues, and other matters that could impact the rest of your life. Below is an overview of the statutes governing marriage dissolution in Connecticut. 

Divorce Laws in Connecticut

Providing Grounds for Divorce

divorce lawIn Connecticut, married couples may file for a no-fault divorce, in which both parties simply claim that the marriage is irretrievably broken. However, state law gives you the opportunity to prove fault, which may work to your advantage in child custody or disputes over property.

Residency Requirements for Divorce

While you don’t have to be a legal resident of Connecticut to file for divorce, at least one party must have lived in the state for 12 months before the judge can enter a ruling. However, this requirement is waived if either party lived in Connecticut when you were married or the grounds for divorce occurred after moving into the state.

Rules for the Division of Property

Like many other states, Connecticut divorce law follows the principle of equitable distribution, giving each party ownership of their own income and any property listed in their name. The judge will divide marital assets along lines that seem fair, although the outcome may not be exactly equal.

Child Custody in Connecticut

Whenever possible, family courts in Connecticut will attempt to establish joint custody arrangements that preserve relationships with each parent. However, if they decide such an arrangement is not in the child’s best interests, they may decide to award sole custody to one parent.

 

From their offices in Hartford, CT, Weingast Law has provided effective legal service to families throughout the state for over 35 years. With their extensive background in family and divorce law, they will work diligently to achieve the best outcome and protect your rights. To schedule a consultation, visit the website, or call (860) 233-1440, and follow their Facebook page for more tips and advice.

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