What Is Covered In Family Law?

Wife And Husband Splitting Children And House During Divorce ProcessYour initial consultation is a very important meeting when seeking to pursue a legal matter, as it is your opportunity to explain your situation and learn about your options. Indeed, learning about your options is different than jumping into legal proceedings, and sometimes it is not in a client’s best interests to act. Other times, it may be difficult to learn where to seek assistance, as not all attorneys practice the same areas of the law. In today’s blog, your Milford, CT attorneys discuss what is covered under family law, as well as how we can help you.

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What To Know About Your Consultation

Businessman pressing a Legal Advice concept button.Whether you are aware of it or not, there are many situations throughout your life in which an attorney may be able to assist you. What’s more? This can occur in a number of capacities. For example, suffering an injury while on the job that was a result of your employer’s negligence can and should be addressed in a court of law. Another example may include having an executor of a will present the will before family members following the death of a family member. Regardless of avenue, however, it is important you recognize your rights. In today’s blog, your Milford, CT attorneys discuss what you can expect from your initial consultation with our team.

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Getting Started On Your Personal Injury Claim

Bone fracture foot and leg on male patient with splint cast and crutches during surgery rehabilitation and orthopaedic recovery staying at homeWorking through a complex family matter can be particularly emotional, exhausting, and troubling, let alone having to process this situation before a court of strangers. Indeed, we as a country tend to lead particularly private lives, and when our biggest troubles and fears are having to be processed out loud and in public, it can be an even more traumatizing experience. Moreover, having to undergo the legal process for any matter can have this effect, and ensuring you receive what is rightfully yours can seem like a daunting task. In today’s blog, your Milford, CT attorneys discuss what it means to file a personal injury claim, as well as how our team will work tirelessly to achieve the best possible outcome for your matter.

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Grounds For Filing For Divorce In Connecticut

paper family near a broken heart a divorceWhile you may be comfortable in your everyday routine, it is important to note that at one point or another, you will be faced with the law and need to know what you are up against. This can include being pulled over for driving intoxicated and receiving a DUI, or it can be through filing for adoption, establishing custody, or some other family-law related matter. Indeed, it can seem daunting at first, especially if you have never entered the realm of legality and illegality. Fortunately, our team is here to help protect your rights in your unique family or criminal matter. In today’s blog, your Milford, CT attorneys take a look at the Connecticut grounds for filing divorce, as well as what to expect from the process.

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Lifelong Impacts Of A DUI Conviction

Drunk driver driving the carWhile the legal justice system exists to, ideally, help individuals receive the justice they deserve, sometimes the field can be quite difficult to traverse. For example, establishing paternity, filing for divorce, and signing up for adoption are all considered family law-related matters, whereas felony convictions, seeking a pardon, and facing a DUI constitute criminal matters. Though these phenomena vary significantly, they all share one thing in common: the process must be followed precisely, otherwise consequences could be imminent. In today’s blog, your Milford, CT attorneys take a closer look at the way a DUI can impact your life, and how our team can come in to help.

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Why You Might Want To Establish Paternity

Cute father and son playing together at the parkFamily is an important thing that can mean something different for everyone. It can mean the people you are related to in a literal sense, specific friends that you hold close, a support network, an institution, and virtually any and everything in-between. While family-related matters should never be in question in terms of their characteristics or definition of family, there are actually a number of important hindrances that can complicate traditional processes. In today’s blog, your Milford, CT attorneys take a look at the process of establishing paternity, and explain why it may be beneficial to do so.

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What Does LGBT Family Law Cover?

Portrait of a smiling young lesbian couple hugging each other while standing together on a city streetFamily is an important support system, institution, and sense of belonging for various people, and nothing quite beats those types of bonds. Further, family can extend to mean more than just bonds established through biological means. It can be those created between two close friends, through adoption, and more. Though it is expected that family should mean the same across all fronts, there are certain populations that may face more difficulty and complications when it comes to family law matters. In today’s blog, your Milford, CT attorneys explore what is covered under LGBT family law in the state of Connecticut, as well as how our team can help.

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What Your Charges Communicate

Court of Law and Justice Trial Proceedings: Law Offender in Orange Jumpsuit is Questioned and Giving Testimony to Judge, Jury. Criminal Denying Charges, Pleading, Inmate Denied Parole.It goes without saying that there are many instances present in which a person blatantly chooses to commit a crime, but there are also instances in which a person is in the wrong place at the wrong time. According to U.S. law, justice is sought through a court and penal system meant to punish individuals for breaking the law or committing wrongdoings. It is also intended to obtain justice for individuals that were wronged. The problem is, however, that errors in reasoning, failure to present necessary information, and a host of other issues can complicate the process. In today’s blog, your Milford, CT attorneys look at how charges are interpreted and why you should seek representation early.

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Ways Our Attorneys Help You

Weight scale of justice, lawyer in background. lawyer law justice judge scales courtroom legal scale conceptFinding appropriate legal representation can be a tricky process, especially if you do not have prior experience in doing so. After all, there are so many specializations and areas of the law out there that finding the correct attorney for the type of case you have can be troubling. Further, the last thing you want is to be taken advantage of by someone you are seeking representation from, but unfortunately, many crooked individuals exist. In today’s blog, your  Milford, CT attorneys discuss the ways we can help you during your legal matter, as well as what you can expect from representation.

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LGBT Family Rights In The State Of Connecticut

Child custody neon light icons set. LGBT families. Adoption and orphanage. Family court. Children’s rights. Glowing signs. Vector isolated illustrationsFamily law is an umbrella term that describes various family-related legal matters. These can include anything from adoption to divorce, custody, child support, premarital agreements, and other matters. As you might imagine, many of these experiences can be quite difficult or taxing on you and your loved ones, and as such, our team aims to make the process as smooth and straightforward as possible. Additionally, we make an effort to stand up for those whose rights may not be protected, including individuals from the LGBT community. In today’s blog, your Milford, CT attorneys describe LGBT family rights in the state of Connecticut and discuss the importance of staying on top of relevant events.

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