Experienced Connecticut Divorce Lawyers
When it comes to dividing the money and property in a divorce, the most important decision you make involves obtaining the right lawyer. It is important to get an experienced legal team on your side to look after your financial interests.
At Barry, Harvey & Later, P.C., our lawyers have more than 100 combined years of legal experience. We know Connecticut's divorce laws thoroughly, and we have practical experience in the local courtroom that is invaluable to our clients.
Asset Division in Connecticut
As an equitable division state — as opposed to a community property state — the court's goal in asset division is not a perfectly 50/50 split. The court will generally start with a presumption of evenly splitting the assets, then adjust this arrangement as necessary to reach a final decree that is equitable, even if not perfectly equal.
There are many factors that go into a judge's asset division determination, including the conduct and behavior of the spouses during the marriage, the origins of the assets, the length of the marriage, the corresponding contributions of each spouse to the family, and the like. As Wethersfield division of assets attorneys serving Connecticut since 1958, we have a wealth of experience with:
- Dividing marital assets from separate assets
- Business and property valuation and appraisals
- Working with forensic accountants and other financial experts to benefit our clients' cases
Because of our experience and reputation, our clients feel they can be open and candid with us about every aspect of their marriage, divorce and assets. This is the only way we can do the best work for them and fully protect their interests.
The Benefits of a General Practice Firm
We are a general practice firm. Although it seems like a dying art these days, we are proud that we can help our clients in many different legal practice areas. The decisions you make in your divorce regarding division of assets could have serious implications on your retirement benefits and estate plan, a future bankruptcy, and many other areas. As a general practice firm, we can help you spot these implications in a way that a divorce specialist cannot.
Contact Hartford Division of Property Attorneys
Call 860-578-8171, 800-535-0829 toll free, or contact us online to schedule a free initial consultation with a lawyer from our firm. We look forward to speaking with you.