In a divorce case the married couples’ property must be divided.  A property division in a Connecticut divorce case is essentially complex division of property case.  When people are first married they bring their set of property rights to the marriage.  This includes their debts, assets, income, and potential inheritances.  During marriage the couple acquires new rights.  Over time assets grow, or shrink.  The married couple essentially pools their property rights.  One spouse might work outside the home, while the other works inside the home. 

In a divorce case property rights including debts must be fairly divided.  All of the joint rights, must become separate rights.  This includes:

• real estate
• bank accounts
• investment accounts
• pension accounts
• 401ks
• person property
• vehicles
• military retirement rights
• alimony rights
• college tuition payments

FINANCIAL AFFIDAVITS MUST BE PREPARED

As part of the Court process both parties in a Connecticut divorce case must prepare detailed financial statements that disclose all of their income, expenses, assets, and debts.  These financial affidavits documents are very extensive.  An experienced divorce lawyer can advise you on whether the other side’s financial affidavit seems reasonable or suspicious.

PENSION BENEFITS MUST ALSO BE DIVIDED 

Pension benefits are sometimes the most complicated assets to divide in a Connecticut divorce case.  Each pension has its own rules.  Additionally, some government pensions, or military pensions require knowledge of special rules that apply to them.  It is very helpful to have an experienced attorney familiar with the type of pension involved in the case. 

WHERE TO FIND HELP

You can find help by contacting Attorney Lori Bartinik.  She is Board Certified in Family Law Advocacy by the National Board of Trial Advocacy with over 30 years of experience.  Contact her at The Bartinik Law Firm LLC at 860-445-8521.