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What factors will courts consider when allocating parenting time?
When parents in Colorado divorce, they may be concerned about how much time they will get to spend with their child post-divorce. The idea that the child might not be…
Understanding Colorado spousal support
When a marriage ends, one spouse may pay the other spousal support or maintenance. The couple can agree on a fair maintenance arrangement together or ask the court to decide.…
Protecting your business in divorce
With nearly half of all marriages ending up in divorce at some point, many people face the complications that arise from decisions over the division of marital property. For the…
Same-sex marriage rights bolstered under new court ruling
Last month, The Supreme Court of Colorado expanded the definition of common-law marriage. This ruling gives same-sex couples additional opportunities to qualify for married status. As a result of the…
Can I get a post-decree modification if I move after divorce?
When a divorce becomes final, both ex-spouses are free to begin a new life, and this usually includes new relationships and new locations. Most Americans relocate 12 times during their…
Should you explore the benefits of a postnuptial agreement?
Most people understand the premise of prenuptial agreements. But far fewer understand the reasons for postnuptial agreements — or even know that they exist. While a prenuptial agreement, also called…
Updating your estate plan after divorce
Ending a marriage and creating two new, independent futures can feel like a daunting task. From determining support amounts to dividing assets and debts, the divorcing couple can feel overwhelmed…
Understanding alternative dispute resolution
Many people know that if they have a legal dispute, it may require them to go to court to resolve it. They may not be aware, however, that there is…
Equitable property division basics in Colorado
There are two primary ways that property is commonly divided during divorce and different states followed different methods. Colorado is referred to as an equitable property division state and what that means…
What factors are used to determine custody in Colorado?
Going through a divorce in Colorado is not an easy process. There are major decisions that they must make as they separate their shared life into two lives. This involves…
Key considerations relevant to Colorado parenting plans
No divorce in Colorado is a carbon copy of another. Marital dissolution is a flatly personalized and differentiated experience for participants in every instance. The bottom line central to divorce…
Can your spouse hide assets from you in divorce?
Property division and the prospect of dividing shared finances into two households can be a challenging aspect of divorce for many couples. Unfortunately, this challenging process can become increasingly complex…
Chaotic year has led to uptick in divorce rate
Sometimes, marriages are easy. Sometimes, marriages are hard. However, this chaotic year has put those happy, easy marriages to the test, and made the more complicated arraignments downright unbearable. In…
Divorce strategy: Settle or go to court?
Going through a divorce typically causes intense feelings for both spouses, and nearly all of them are not positive. However, most couples still want to make the process of ending…
How to tell your spouse that you want a divorce
Are you thinking about divorce? If so, then there are probably a lot of thoughts buzzing through your head. You might be concerned about how marital assets will be divided…
Make your divorce financial plan
Ending a marriage has a large impact on your finances and budget. To protect your financial future after divorce, you should make and implement an investment and financial plan. Your…
4 crucial stages in property division
Based on the complexity of a couple’s assets and debts, property division can quickly become a challenging part of even the most amicable divorce. Acrimony, hurt feelings and hidden assets…
Kelly Clarkson divorce continues to escalate
While divorce can be a straight forward and non-contentious process, without the need for a protracted legal battle, it can escalate quickly. This is because divorce can be an incredibly…
Is it possible to modify a divorce order?
In the months and years following a divorce, it is not uncommon for individuals to experience significant life events. These changes might be personal, professional or financial in nature, and…
Will spousal maintenance play a part in your divorce?
In many marriages, there is a disparity between spousal incomes. When one spouse is a high earner, the other may be able to afford to leave the workforce to raise…
3 Ways to make co-parenting easier
For many divorced or separated couples, the idea of having a positive and successful co-parenting relationship with an ex-spouse is a fantasy only A-list celebrities seem to maintain. From old…
Current health situation leads to spike in Colorado divorce rate
Coloradans decide to divorce for many reasons. Some are due to unbridgeable gaps in the relationship, because of infidelity, stagnation, unhappiness, abuse and for other challenges. However, circumstantial issues can…
How does a legal separation work?
Like several other states, Colorado has a process called legal separation. Basically, a couple in the Denver area may choose to use a legal separation in a case where they wish to…
Divorce preparation can make for a smoother transition
A divorce is a major life change. It doesn’t matter if you knew your marriage has been in trouble for a while or if things seemed to have hit a…
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