Divorce Lawyers Serving Stamford, CT
Empowering Families with Experienced Legal Guidance in Stamford, CT
Going through a divorce without the support of an experienced divorce attorney can be incredibly stressful. In family law matters, many individuals are unsure of their legal rights or the full range of options available to them. Our Stamford divorce lawyers will guide you through every stage of the process, explain your rights and responsibilities, and answer your questions with clarity. When you are filing for divorce in the Stamford area, reaching mutual agreement on important issues can be challenging, often drawing out the process and causing further stress for you and your children. Our divorce attorneys are committed to helping you navigate disputes, negotiate fair arrangements, and work towards resolution as efficiently as possible.
Schedule a confidential consultation with a Stamford divorce lawyer at Ferro, Battey & Eucalitto, LLC by calling (475) 264-4362 or reaching us online.
Why Choose Us?
At Ferro, Battey & Eucalitto, LLC, we are proud to provide divorce representation rooted in compassion, depth of experience, and a comprehensive understanding of Connecticut family law. Stamford is a vital part of Fairfield County, and divorce cases are managed at Stamford Superior Court, where local procedures and rules may impact your case's timeline. Our divorce lawyers make certain that clients are informed of not only the immediate legal steps, but also the broader considerations involving property, financial matters, and family dynamics both during and after divorce. We closely follow updates to Connecticut divorce law, including the grounds for dissolution, equitable distribution, and child custody standards that are directly relevant to Stamford residents. Our mission is to help you approach divorce with confidence, security, and a clear strategy tailored to your goals.
The Divorce Process in Stamford, CT
The divorce process in Stamford begins with filing a petition at Stamford Superior Court, located conveniently on Hoyt Street. Connecticut's laws allow for both "no-fault" dissolutions—where the marriage is considered irretrievably broken—and fault-based divorces, which involve specific circumstances such as willful desertion or adultery.
Once the petition is filed, each party is required to submit detailed financial affidavits, which are essential in determining areas like spousal support and division of assets. Our divorce attorneys in Stamford help ensure every form is accurately completed and submitted on time, which is critical to keeping your case on track and avoiding unnecessary delays caused by incomplete documents or miscommunications with the court.
Stamford courts typically require parenting education for parties with minor children and may encourage or require mediation sessions to promote settlement and avoid trial. At Ferro, Battey & Eucalitto, LLC, we walk you through every Stamford-specific court requirement to help you understand your obligations at each stage.
Our attorneys leverage years of working relationships within the Fairfield County legal community, using their skill and recognized professionalism to guide cases efficiently—whether your divorce involves complex property division, child custody, or unique family circumstances. We empower you with clear information so you know what to expect regarding timelines, hearings, and mediation protocols within Stamford’s local court system.
Discuss your legal concerns with a Stamford divorce attorney today. Call (475) 264-4362 or complete our online contact form.
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Have Questions?
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How can a divorce lawyer help?Having a divorce lawyer will help to make the divorce process less confusing and overwhelming. A divorce lawyer will be able to advise you on the law and realistic outcomes for settling your case or at trial. In addition, a divorce lawyer will manage the case, including dealing with the other side, and advocating for your positions.
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What is the difference between a divorce and a legal separation?Both a legal separation and divorce will change the status of your relationship. However, a divorce will end your marriage, and a legal separation will not. Both terms are similar but the outcome in each is different. In both, the court will divide the parties’ property and enter alimony and child support orders. Unlike divorce if spouses are legally separated, they are not free to remarry. Spouses may elect a legal separation over divorce for religious reasons or to keep certain financial benefits. A legal separation can always be converted into a divorce. Converting a legal separation into a divorce effectively requires the parties to repeat the process they went through to get legally separated. For that reason, legal separation is rare; divorce is far more common.
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How long will the divorce process take?It depends. If the parties have an agreement on all issues and meet certain other conditions, they may get divorced as soon as 35 days from the date the divorce starts. However, that is atypical. Depending upon the contentiousness and complexity of the case, the case could last a year or more.
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What are the grounds for a “fault” divorce?
The fault grounds for divorce include adultery, fraudulent contract, desertion, alcohol or drug addiction, intolerable cruelty, imprisonment, and others. To get divorced, one party must establish one of these grounds. It is uncommon for one party to ask for a divorce on a fault-based ground.
A party does not need to file for divorce on a fault-based ground, however, to argue that the court should consider the other party’s fault. The court may consider the fault of either party when making alimony and property division orders.
