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In Connecticut, Can a Spouse Give Up His or Her Right to Alimony in a Premarital Agreement?
Yes, Connecticut law allows spouses to include modification or elimination of spousal support in their prenuptial agreement. However, if that modification or elimination of spousal … more
What Steps are Necessary to Enter a Valid Premarital Agreement in Connecticut?
The Connecticut Uniform Premarital Agreement Act requires that premarital agreements be in writing and signed by both parties. In order to be valid, the agreement must be made voluntarily by … more
When is Spousal Support or Alimony Awarded in Connecticut?
Alimony may be awarded in any case where the court deems it desirable. The Court may consider testimony of witnesses, whether it is desirable for a parent receiving alimony support to return … more

What Factors Does the Judge Consider When He or She Makes a Decision About Child Custody?
In most states, the usual standard that judges use in deciding child custody is the “best interests of the child”. Depending on the state you’re in, the factors that actually make up the “best interests of the child” standard may vary. There is typically no one factor that guides a judge’s custody decision; rather, the judge makes a child custody decision … more
How to Avoid an Ugly Divorce
While a divorce clearly indicates that a couple no longer wants to be married, the process of getting divorced does not have to be ugly. Often, particularly if there are children from the marriage, it is important to keep things amicable because the divorced spouses must continue to communicate after the divorce is finalized. Just how that can be accomplished depends on the … more

Survey of Child Support Guidelines: Do They Use Net Income or Gross Income?
This chart from the Department of Health and Human Services shows the state laws regarding how income is determined for purposes of calculating a … more