What is a Financial Affidavit?
A Financial Affidavit is a Court approved form which is required to be filed whenever the Court makes any financial award, such as child support, alimony, division of assets and debts and attorneys fees. The Financial Affidavit sets out the party’s weekly income and expenses as well as his/her current assets and liabilities. The Financial Affidavit is signed by the party who certifies, under oath, that it is “true and accurate”. The Court uses the Financial Affidavit to determine if the Agreements that are reached are fair and equitable. At a contested hearing or trial, the Court will use the Financial Affidavit as an aid in making its Orders. What is Custody? A case that involves a dispute over the custody of children is often the most difficult matter a Court faces. Where a child will spend most of his/her time is the most important decision that parties must make. The Connecticut Legislature has determined that “joint custody” is the preferred outcome for children whose parents are
