The attorneys at Kennedy Luce focus on all aspects of divorce law throughout Connecticut. We bring extensive experience and decades of combined practice in all areas of matrimonial/divorce law. By understanding our clients' needs and desires, we can develop the most effective strategies to resolve each matter in their favor.
Family law matters are complex. Kennedy Luce regularly handles sophisticated divorces requiring business valuations and/or extensive litigation. Our clients include high-net-worth individuals from many industries, including insurance, finance, government, legal, and sports, as well as their spouses. Cases involving substantial assets and/or complex estates often require experience and specialized knowledge, which we at Kennedy Luce have. We are accomplished at identifying and valuing assets and wealth, including real estate, securities, closely held and family business interests, professional licenses, retirement funds, deferred compensation, pension plans, overseas accounts, stock options, trusts, and other actual or potential sources of wealth.
We will protect your rights and advocate on your behalf throughout your matter. Furthermore, we recognize that each case is unique and may involve sensitive and critical issues, ranging from child custody, visitation, and support to alimony, equitable distribution, and asset protection.
While an aggressive approach to a case is often necessary, the Kennedy Luce policy is to adapt to the situation. If a case can be resolved without prolonged litigation, i.e., numerous court appearances, we make every effort to do so. We counsel our clients to explore reasonable settlement options, often with the assistance of a retired judge or a neutral professional. On the other hand, we have a long record of favorable trial outcomes and appellate decisions, so when divorce proceedings become contentious, we are known for getting successful results.
Finally, we continue to support our clients long after a divorce is finalized or a family matter is resolved. Our attorneys regularly represent clients in modifying or enforcing financial orders, custody and parenting arrangements, and other provisions of a divorce judgment.
PRIMARY AREAS WE HANDLE
Divorce (Marital Dissolution)
High Asset Divorces
Property Division
Equitable Distribution of Assets
Child Custody and Visitation Disputes
Child Support Matters
Alimony
Judgment Enforcement
Judgment Modification
Resolving Multi-State & International Issues
Valuation Issues
Inheritances
Family Businesses
Relocation Issues
Prenuptial Agreements
Postnuptial Agreements
Cohabitation Agreements
Mediation
Appellate Representation
RECENT REPRESENTATIVE WORK
Represented a partner at an international law firm in divorce proceeding. Settled on the eve of trial with the assistance of a private mediator.
Represented the high net worth husband in a divorce trial lasting over 15 days. Protected over $80 million in premarital assets.
Represented doctor in 10 day divorce trial, resulting in favorable outcome on significant financial issues.
Represented many top executives at large insurance companies in both negotiated divorce settlements and contested matters. Some of these cases have included complex offshore holdings.
Represented stay-at-home wife of hedge fund partner. Settlement negotiated prior to trial.
Negotiated a postnuptial agreement involving a couple receiving a financial windfall from the sale of a family company.
Mediated a divorce settlement for a couple with serious debt issues related to failed business interests.
Negotiated a prenuptial agreement for a client with assets in excess of $25 million dollars.
Successfully won a dismissal of a family law appeal brought before the Connecticut Supreme Court.
Represented a police officer in a multi-day divorce trial over complex financial issues related to deferred compensation.