Anyone in Colorado who has gone through a marital split likely understands the financial strain such circumstances can cause. For someone who had been at home raising children full time…
It is not every day that a Colorado psychologist gets to decide when, where and how often a father will see his own children. However, that decision making responsibility has…
A man in another state facing legal complications due to not paying support for his child is certainly not the first parent to pursue such matters in court. Many parents…
Many former spouses in Colorado face unexpected challenges when it comes to developing parenting plans after divorce. Child custody issues tend to evoke strong emotions on both sides. If former…
Every divorce is different, and former spouses often include particular stipulations in their settlements that bear significant impact on their futures. In a situation outside Colorado, a former wife has…
The immediate family is not the only one affected by a divorce. When parents split up, that may also distance grandparents from their grandchildren and make visits a very rare…
Parents in Colorado who divorce are no doubt familiar with various challenges that may arise when developing plans for future care and upbringing of their children. It is often possible…
It’s a common misconception that wills only need to be written at an old age. Most adults are not thinking about how their property and assets should be divided after…
Many families in Colorado and other states in the nation encounter problems that appear impossible to resolve without outside intervention. Some situations are obviously more serious than others. When incidents…
Many situations in Colorado involving physical or legal custody of children grow contentious and stressful when those involved disagree. Some child custody situations may even become dangerous. An incident in…
You have heard the term “domestic violence” and, like many people, you probably think of acts of physical violence when you hear this. While physical abuse does indeed constitute domestic…
Many in Colorado and across the world have been paying close attention to an ongoing situation regarding the divorce and family issues of Hollywood stars Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie.…
A man outside Colorado, who once served this nation as a Marine, now faces a contentious situation involving his former wife and their two children. Those children are adults now,…
Most Colorado parents can relate to wanting what is best for their children. In some situations, particularly those involving physical danger, court intervention may be necessary to help keep your…
Surviving episodes of violence at the hands of a partner can be traumatic. However, for many Colorado women, simply living through domestic violence is just the beginning. It is not…
Many people in Colorado welcomed the Supreme Court’s decision legitimizing same-sex marriage. The change will make a world of difference to non-traditional families across the nation. It is important to…
The cop seemed nice enough. He just wanted to hear your side of the story. And you didn’t have anything to hide–after all, the guy hit you first; you were…
It’s no secret that divorce can be hard on children, but how you communicate news of a split largely sets the tone for and impacts how your child will feel…
When preparing to end a marriage, many Colorado residents feel overwhelmed by the sheer number of decisions that must be made. Divorce is a tumultuous time, both emotionally and practically.…
For many Colorado parents, setting aside money to fund their child’s education is a top priority. A great resource for college savings are 529 plans, which are incredibly flexible accounts.…
When a Colorado marriage is on the rocks, many couples wish that dividing marital property was a simple procedure. Dread over the division of marital assets lead some couples to…
The most basic, and arguably most important, estate planning tool; a will can be used to accomplish several estate planning objectives including: Designate a guardian for a minor-aged child Designate…
A highly controversial and emotionally wrenching custody case has reached one state’s Supreme Court, and it has led to debate across the nation, including in Colorado. The matter centers on…
For Colorado couples who are preparing the end their marriage, understanding how to properly divide retirement assets can be difficult. Each type of retirement account can have its own set…