What To Understand About Establishing Custody

little girl with paper family in hands. concept of divorce, custody and child abuseIt goes without saying that when it comes to important, life-altering decisions, there is likely a route for legal recourse that can be pursued. Family law, for example, is a blanket term that encompasses any and all legal matters pertaining to families and family life as a whole. Among specific avenues are LGBT rights, paternity, divorce, premarital agreements, adoption, and custody. Though these topics may seem straightforward, they actually contain many complexities that vary from person to person. In today’s blog, your Milford, CT attorneys look at custody more in-depth and provide a few notes to understand about the process.

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Understanding The Consequences Of A Felony

arrested man with cuffed hands behind prison barsIt can be difficult to anticipate the many hurdles life presents you with. From unexpected tragedy to a family separating and everything in-between, each person handles a situation differently, and each situation contains its own unique set of parameters and circumstances surrounding it. When it comes to matters of criminal law, however, these parameters and guidelines are much more stringent, and the consequences much greater. In today’s blog, your  Milford, CT attorneys will discuss the major consequences that accompany a felony conviction, as well as what our team can do to help you through the process.

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Protecting Your Rights With Estate Planning

Vintage / retro style : Blue ballpoint pen, antique pocket watch, two brass keys and a last will and testament on a vinyl desk pad. A form is waiting to be filled and signed by testator / testatrix.One of the more complex areas surrounding different types of law includes the need to have difficult conversations about the unimaginable and inevitable. Indeed, most people do not intend to divorce or separate, just as most do not intend to get into dangerous car wrecks involving intoxicated drivers, but unfortunately, these events still occur. With this in mind, it is important not to leave your family high and dry in the event of your passing, and that’s why your Milford, CT attorneys will discuss the importance of estate planning and a last will and testament in today’s blog.

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The Difference Between Criminal And Civil Matters

Law.One of the biggest mistakes people make when getting started with their legal matters is not having an understanding of the steps. While your attorney will certainly walk you through them and ensure your interests are best represented, it can be difficult to provide the best representation when clients contain preconceived notions about what to expect. In today’s blog, your Milford, CT attorneys take a look at the differences between criminal and civil court matters, and how our team can help represent you through both types of processes.

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What To Know During Legal Separations

It goes without saying that that most areas of the law can be pretty complex and complicated, especially if it is your first time seeking help in a legal matter. What’s more? Situations that are sensitive in nature – such as property settlement, probate, and separation – can become exacerbated by the legal hurdles you will inevitably run into. Because of this, having an experienced professional on your side is imperative. In today’s blog, your Milford, CT attorneys discuss the ins and outs regarding divorce proceedings, and how we can help make an already difficult process smoother with dedication and expertise.

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Situations That Require Property Settlement

Man signing sale and purchase agreement at purchaser columnWhile no legal matter is a walk in the park, there are certainly some areas that are more common than others. Indeed, family matters cover a wide array of topics, and each family’s dynamic, needs, and situation is different from another. What you might not expect, however, is that sometimes areas can overlap, and what might be considered a family matter could also be considered under a different lens as well. In today’s blog, your Milford, CT attorneys would like to take a look at the process of property settlement, and how the outcome can vary depending on the circumstances behind it.

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Are You Owed Child Support?

Blurry face of kid with thinking face putting 10 pence on money box, Selective focus little boy making stack British money coins and counting. Learning financial responsibility and saving for futureYour ability to trust and confide in your attorney will help you achieve the best possible outcome in your legal matter. Indeed, it takes a full understanding of your situation and the ability to advocate for your rights in order to do so, and our team works tirelessly to ensure that you are taken care of as far as representation goes. But how do you enforce a decision that has already been determined if the other party is not willing to do so also? In today’s blog, your Milford, CT attorneys discuss what your options are if you are owed child support, as well as how our team can help.

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Understanding Attorney-Client Privilege

Business concept about Client Attorney Privilege with phrase on the piece of paper.Ensuring that you are able to properly exercise your rights and that your best interests are represented is a top priority that our team considers. Whether your case involves family matters such as adoption or divorce, or criminal concerns such as DUI and pardons, we work tirelessly to ensure the best possible outcome in your situation. In today’s blog, your Milford, CT attorneys explain how our representation relationship is important to the outcome of your matter, and how we demonstrate our dedication through attorney-client privilege.

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What Are Your Rights When Facing A DUI?

Glass of whiskey and car keys on wooden table.It goes without saying that experience, charisma, and vast knowledge of the law are necessary aspects for efficient representation in a legal matter. While a person certainly can represent themselves in a court of law, the chances of receiving a favorable outcome are unpredictable. What’s more? The facts of your case matter significantly, and being able to get the full extent of your story across can be trying when opposing counsel is constantly trying to keep you quiet. In today’s blog, your Milford, CT attorneys explain how knowing your rights when seeking legal recourse benefits your matter overall.

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How You Benefit From Experience

Middle age partner lawyers attorneys shaking hands after discussing a contract agreement done, Asian people.In our previous blog, we discussed what to look out for when seeking legal representation regarding your family law matter. Indeed, while there are experienced, hard-working attorneys out there that only aim to help, there are even more crafty individuals that only seek to take advantage of your vulnerability and situation. That being said, today’s blog has your Milford, CT attorneys discussing what it means to ensure your rights are protected, and what experienced representation can accomplish in your legal matter.

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