Literally- a goat. Not like yours truly, Greatest Of All Time, but a four-legged animal. I waited until the entire odyssey was over before I posted this blog post but I really did want everyone to know what happened and what they can do about it if it happens to you! Several months ago, an … Continue reading Lego the Goat →

K.D. v D.D., officially released today by the Appellate Court of Connecticut, in an opinion by Judge Douglas Lavine, joined by Chief Judge William Bright and then-Judge Joan Alexander, involved a restraining order obtained by a divorcing wife against her husband. Essentially, the wife had one view of an encounter that occurred in a restaurant … Continue reading Subjective vs. Objective in Restraining Orders →

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The Spear Law Firm is excited to announce a new way for our clients to pay! ClientCredit, powered by Affirm, allows you to finance your payment to the firm with no hidden fees, no late charges, and no surprises. To take advantage of ClientCredit, simply look for the “Pay Later” option on our payment page. … Continue reading CLIENT CREDIT!!! →

This is not a sexy news-worthy post but it must be done. Frequently in civil matters, people get deposed, or have a deposition. It's a fancy way of being asked questions in front of your attorney by opposing counsel and its usually recorded. The recording means it will be an official record of the hearing … Continue reading Tips for You at Depositions →

It's true! Research has shown that children of divorce can gain many advantages over their peers who have parents that are still married. That does not mean every child will gain these qualities, or that your children won't be hurt by a divorce. I am simply trying to provide an optimistic view of divorce for … Continue reading Children CAN benefit from Divorce →

I was in court the other day. The non-lawyers in the courtroom were creating chaos, and I understand why. Court can be incredibly stressful, overwhelming, and generally emotional. The things that can be lost or gained - custody, visitation, freedom from incarceration- are high stakes. No one goes to court on low stakes. My superpower … Continue reading Have a little faith (or trust) in your attorney! →

My sister is getting a divorce. Sad, but true. I warned her that divorce ranks higher than having a death in the family of things that can stress you TF out according to psychologists. Her concern was like many other peoples: her house a/k/a the Marital Residence. This was HER house. She raised her kids … Continue reading Splitsville. Population: You (and your stuff). →

NYT Article by Alex Traub Before dawn on Aug. 17, 1975, about 60 police officers and F.B.I. agents charged into the Brooklyn apartment of a fireman named Mel Patrick Lynch. The living room was dimly lit; its blinds were drawn. Mr. Lynch sat on the couch next to the unshaven, foul-smelling, bound and blindfolded 21-year-old … Continue reading A Lawyer’s Deathbed Confession →