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 unusual for an abusive partner to use shared children to continue to terrorize his or...
Month: September 2016
Same-sex couple facing difficult child custody battle
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 understand, however, that same-sex couples still face...
I wasn’t read my rights: How they can use what you said against you
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 just returning the punch. Besides the guy walked away, he went home and so did you. It was days later when the...
Talking to a child about divorce
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 about the whole process. By keeping the focus on clear and simple communication and tailoring the conversation...
Divorce can lead to changes in tax obligations
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. Understanding how one's tax obligations might be affected by divorce can seem...
Don’t forget college savings while negotiating a divorce
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. They allow parents to build savings that their children can use for higher...
An unusual approach to the division of marital assets
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 stay married long after it has become clear that the union is headed for divorce. One...