Irretrievable Breakdown: All Things Divorce

About Irretrievable Breakdown: All Things Divorce

Irretrievable Breakdown: All Things Divorce is a divorce and family law podcast hosted by Matthew Dolan and Nicole Bikakis from Dolan Divorce Lawyers, PLLC, a Connecticut family law firm helping individuals and families navigate some of life’s most difficult transitions. Each episode breaks down the real questions people face before, during, and after divorce, including child custody, alimony, child support, property division, divorce mediation, high-asset divorce, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, co-parenting, post-judgment issues, and the emotional realities of rebuilding your life. Hosted by the team at Dolan Divorce Lawyers, this podcast is designed to make complex divorce and family law topics easier to understand, without the legal jargon. Whether you are considering divorce, already involved in a family court matter, or simply want to better understand the process, Irretrievable Breakdown: All Things Divorce offers practical insight, grounded perspective, and clear explanations for Connecticut families. Learn more about Dolan Divorce Lawyers, PLLC: Website: https://dolanfamilylaw.com/ (https://dolanfamilylaw.com/) Contact the firm: https://dolanfamilylaw.com/contact-us/ (https://dolanfamilylaw.com/contact-us/) Bite Sized Learning: https://www.youtube.com/@dolandivorcelawyerspllc7203 (https://www.youtube.com/@dolandivorcelawyerspllc7203) This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Listening to this podcast does not create an attorney-client relationship. For advice about your specific situation, contact a qualified family law attorney in your area.

Publisher

Matthew Dolan

Category

education · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

15 May 2026

Latest episode

14 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

21 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   14 Oct 2026

   Dividing Personal Property in a Connecticut Divorce: Furniture, Jewelry, and Household Items

   How are personal belongings divided during a Connecticut divorce? In this episode of Irretrievable Breakdown: All Things Divorce, Matt Dolan and Nicole Bikakis of Dolan Divorce Lawyers, PLLC explain how personal property such as furniture, jewelry, artwork, household items, pots and pans, and sentimental belongings may be handled in the divorce process. Matt and Nicole discuss why personal property can become emotional, why replacement value often matters more than resale value, and why spouses may fight over items that are not worth the legal fees. They also explain how Connecticut’s automatic orders can limit selling, transferring, hiding, removing, or disposing of property while a divorce is pending. This episode also covers premarital belongings, inherited items, gifts between spouses, wedding gifts, dividing household contents by agreement, using post-it notes or item lists, binding arbitration, and why courts usually do not want to decide who gets every item in the house. This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. 💼 Need Legal Help in Connecticut? Contact Matthew Dolan, a trusted Connecticut divorce lawyer, for expert family law advice: 📞 Call Now: 203-902-8395 🌐 Visit Our Website: www.dolanfamilylaw.com 📩 Email: info@dolanfamilylaw.com (mailto:info@dolanfamilylaw.com)

2. 

   7 Oct 2026

   Depositions in Connecticut Divorce Cases: What to Expect and How They Work

   What is a deposition in a Connecticut divorce or family law case? In this episode of Irretrievable Breakdown: All Things Divorce, Matt Dolan and Nicole Bikakis of Dolan Divorce Lawyers, PLLC explain how depositions work, why attorneys use them, and what parties should understand before testifying under oath. Matt and Nicole discuss how depositions are used to gather information, clarify financial records, evaluate witness credibility, prepare for trial, and lock in testimony before a court hearing. They explain who may be deposed in a divorce case, including spouses, fact witnesses, expert witnesses, accountants, business valuation experts, employers, or other third parties with relevant information. This episode also covers deposition transcripts, video depositions, objections, attorney questioning, inconsistent testimony, impeachment at trial, financial discovery, expert depositions, costs, and how to decide whether a deposition is worth it in a divorce or custody case. This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. 💼 Need Legal Help in Connecticut? Contact Matthew Dolan, a trusted Connecticut divorce lawyer, for expert family law advice: 📞 Call Now: 203-902-8395 🌐 Visit Our Website: www.dolanfamilylaw.com 📩 Email: info@dolanfamilylaw.com (mailto:info@dolanfamilylaw.com)

3. 

   2 Oct 2026

   Exclusive Use of the Marital Home During Divorce in Connecticut

   Can you ask the court to make your spouse move out of the house while a Connecticut divorce is pending? In this episode of Irretrievable Breakdown: All Things Divorce, Matt Dolan and Nicole Bikakis of Dolan Divorce Lawyers, PLLC explain motions for exclusive use or exclusive possession of the marital home during divorce. Matt and Nicole discuss what exclusive use means, how it differs from a restraining order, and why being granted exclusive possession does not decide who owns the house or how the home equity will be divided. They also explain what must be included in a motion for exclusive possession, including the property history, who lives in the home, and the specific grounds for asking the court to remove one spouse from the residence. This episode also covers common reasons someone may request exclusive use of the home, including serious conflict in the house, privacy concerns, impact on children, bad behavior during the divorce, and situations where one spouse has already moved out but continues returning to the home. Matt and Nicole also discuss why these motions can be difficult to win, how alternative housing and financial realities may affect the court’s decision, and why related issues like household expenses, custody, visitation, and settlement strategy should be considered before filing. 💼 Need Legal Help in Connecticut? Contact Matthew Dolan, a trusted Connecticut divorce lawyer, for expert family law advice: 📞 Call Now: 203-902-8395 🌐 Visit Our Website: www.dolanfamilylaw.com 📩 Email: info@dolanfamilylaw.com (mailto:info@dolanfamilylaw.com)

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