Reliable family-law information should come from current Connecticut sources. The links below lead to official court forms, statutes and public guidance. Forms and general instructions do not replace advice about the facts of a particular case.
Connecticut Courts and Forms
- Connecticut Judicial Branch forms – searchable official court forms.
- Connecticut divorce research guide – Judicial Branch Law Libraries overview and sources.
- Domestic-violence and restraining-order research guide.
- Instructions for applying for a family restraining order. Call 911 if anyone is in immediate danger.
Connecticut Statutes
- Chapter 815j – dissolution of marriage, legal separation, custody and related provisions.
- Chapter 815a – family matters, including family-violence restraining orders.
- Chapter 815e – marriage-related provisions, including the Premarital Agreement Act.
Child Support
The Connecticut Child Support and Arrearage Guidelines explain the guideline framework. A worksheet result may not resolve questions about income, health insurance, child-care costs, shared parenting, deviations, arrears or modification.
Plain-Language Guides on This Site
- Grounds and timing for Connecticut divorce
- Child custody and parenting plans
- Child support orders and changes
- Property division
- Divorce agreements
- Prenuptial agreements
- Family violence and restraining orders
Discuss a Connecticut Family-Law Matter
Call (203) 373-9080 or use the contact form on this page. Submitting a form does not create an attorney-client relationship. Representation begins only after a conflicts check and a written engagement agreement.
Reviewed September 2026. Connecticut law and court procedures can change. This page provides general information and is not legal advice.
