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Where there’s a will, there may be a reason to contest it

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…

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Case challenges mother’s decision making responsibility

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…

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How to divide retirement assets during a Colorado divorce

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…

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Dealing with the division of marital assets before a divorce

Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements have become so popular that numerous websites offer do-it-yourself forms. These forms might seem like a less expensive alternative, but Colorado couples need to remember that…

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Are you a newly divorced parent who is dreading back-to-school time?

It’s hard to believe that it’s already August and, in just a couple of short weeks, schools throughout the area will be back in session. As kids and parents enjoy…

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Father may have destroyed his child custody opportunity

Colorado parents may have read about an unusual custody case that led to a father’s arrest on felony charges. The case serves as a reminder of the importance of taking…

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Middle-Aged U.S. Women And Prescription Drug Addiction

By now, most Colorado residents have likely heard some of the alarming statistics about the opioid addiction crisis that is affecting millions of individuals throughout Colorado and across our country.…

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Third party “de facto” parent in child custody case

An unusual and highly controversial case has reached one state’s highest court, and the result is being received with mixed opinions in Colorado and across the nation. The case centers…

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Consider insurance needs during division of marital assets

There are so many details that demand one’s attention when a marriage is ending that many Colorado spouses feel completely overwhelmed. This can be a hectic time, but the decisions…

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Guitar at center of division of marital assets

There are certain pieces of music memorabilia that are incredibly valuable. The guitar played by Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain during the band’s appearance on MTV Unplugged certainly falls into that…

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Getting married? Why you should consider a prenuptial agreement

Here are some eye-opening statistics about the current state of marriage in the U.S. Today, the average age at which U.S. women and men marry has increased to ages 27…

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Child custody case focuses on wrongful adoption

When a child is placed for adoption in Colorado or elsewhere, the adoptive parents want to feel assured that they will be able to care for their newest family member…

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Steps for moving on during and after a Colorado divorce

When a spouse is just preparing to end a marriage, it can seem as if that process will last indefinitely. In reality, however, divorce is a life event that spans…

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Tips for keeping a Colorado divorce on track

Ending a marriage is far more like a marathon than a sprint. Divorce is a process that has a distinct beginning, middle and end. Colorado spouses play an important role…

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Summertime can bring child custody strife between parents

Summer break is a time that most children anticipate all during the school year. This break from the routines of the rest of the year gives kids a chance to…

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Planning to file for divorce? Do these four things now.

Whether you contemplate the decision for days or years, filing for divorce is never easy. Unfortunately, at times, strong emotions can cloud and interfere with your good judgment and ability…

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Protective orders filed against Johnny Depp

Due to the volume of media coverage surrounding the case, Colorado readers are likely aware that actor Johnny Depp and his wife Amber Heard are headed for divorce. Heard has…

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How property and assets are divided in a Colorado divorce

In every divorce case, decisions must be made about how to divide property and assets. If you are like most individuals, you likely have numerous questions and concerns about how…

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Could divorce lead to poor nutrition for men?

Our nation has undergone a great deal of transformation when it comes to gender roles within the family and the community in general. A recent study, however, suggests that women…

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A good prenup can guide the division of marital assets

When a celebrity couple decides to move toward divorce, the details of their personal and financial lives often become fodder for both traditional and tabloid media. In some cases, the…

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What factors influence child custody decisions in Colorado?

If you’re a parent who is contemplating or going through a divorce, you likely want to do everything possible to provide for your child’s safety and wellbeing. You also probably…

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Benefits of prenups for high asset individuals

There is something a bit cynical about a prenuptial agreement. It can feel as if you have no faith in the relationship. But, things happen, people can and do fall…

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Do child custody courts favor women over men?

It has long been assumed that custody determinations are more often made in favor of mothers over fathers. In reality, however, it has been quite some time since Colorado family…

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Is this a wise or a wacky child custody solution?

Dividing parenting time is one of the most difficult aspects of any divorce. Most Colorado parents struggle with how to make the process of co-parenting easier for both adults and…

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