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On medical marijuana? Find out how it might affect custody
Colorado has long been progressive in its views on medical marijuana (and now, even recreational use of the drug). However, that doesn’t necessarily mean that the family court system has…
What should you know about dependency and neglect in Colorado?
A dependency and neglect (D&N) proceeding is a civil process — not a criminal one. However, criminal charges sometimes arise out of D&N cases. If your child has been removed…
How does emotional abuse tie in with domestic violence?
Spousal abuse is a pervasive issue that affects men and women of all races, income levels and social standing. Each year in Colorado and elsewhere, thousands of people fear for…
Things that are unenforceable in a prenup
Many married couples are discovering the advantages of entering into a prenuptial agreement prior to marriage. In fact, over half of all attorneys in the United States reported an increase…
Alimony statute provides clearer guidance on amount and duration
Alimony in Colorado is often an uncertain issue. Colorado statute section 14-10-114 attempts to provide for a more reliable, less discretionary determination of alimony. That statute requires that the court, in a…
About interstate child custody arrangements
Colorado has one of the highest divorce rates in the country. According to data collected by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, most states have a divorce rate around two…
Reasons to not post details of a divorce on social media
The divorce rate declines throughout the country, and part of it seems to be due to more people having access to education. In an article by Colorado Public Radio, it…
Discussing guns for co-parenting plans
Divorcing spouses have a lot to think about as they begin to discuss co-parenting plans. Common issues include how to handle holidays and who pays for music lessons, tutoring and…
3 benefits of signing a postnuptial agreement
Did you already get married without signing a prenuptial agreement? Are you nervous about the prospects of divorce or your spouse having ulterior motives? If so, it is not too…
Domestic violence prevention is everyone’s obligation
Domestic violence is a scourge that Colorado is determined to overcome. People in positions of administrative power may have a level of responsibility to take action when they are on…
Does he recognize the contributions you made by staying at home?
Conflict is a fact in many divorces, but it does not always spring from the same source. For example, a couple could be splitting amicably, but things go downhill when…
Getting married? 3 reasons to get a prenup
Divorce is on the decline in Colorado. In an article by Colorado Public Radio, it stated that the divorce rate in Colorado is the lowest it has been since 2004.…
Do you have a good exit plan for leaving your spouse?
If you can see the writing on the wall and know without a doubt that your marriage is about to end, you need to consider your options. You could let…
Are you getting divorced? Remember to document
In the stress of a divorce, it’s easy to lose track of important details. Ask attorneys about the most common mistakes made by people going through divorce, and one of…
Tips for couples where one parent stays at home
If you are getting married and have a loose arrangement in place that one parent stays at home to care for any future children while the other works, it is…
Common questions husbands have about spousal maintenance payments
If you had a long marriage and were the primary breadwinner, you might be stressing out about the consequences of your divorce. You might wonder how much of your hard-earned…
4 costly mistakes to avoid in a high-asset divorce
No matter the details, getting divorced can be emotionally and financially difficult. If your divorce involves a substantial number of assets and property to be divided, your long-term economic well-being…
Do grandparents have visitation rights?
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…
Mom in South Carolina arrested for cursing in front of Kids. Could it Happen in Colorado?
Mom in South Carolina arrested for cursing in front of Kids. Could it Happen in Colorado? A story has been going viral on the internet of a mother in South…
What happens with child custody in same-sex unions?
What happens with child custody in same-sex unions? Same-sex marriage is legal in some states, and that has some implications. With marriage comes divorce, and with divorce comes child custody…
Young Adults Need Estate Planning Too
Young Adults Need Estate Planning Too Once a child turns 18, parents lose the legal ability to make decisions for their child or even to find out basic information. Learning…
Estate Planning Things to Do Before You Travel
Estate Planning Things to Do Before You Travel Before any trip, most of us create a “to-do list” of things we have put off and want to take care of…
Understanding the differences between fault, no-fault divorce
Understanding the differences between fault, no-fault divorce When couples get divorced, in some states they can cite “fault.” Colorado is not one of those states. Every state in the U.S.,…
Unfriending your spouse? Marriages are growing casualty of Facebook.
Unfriending your spouse? Marriages are growing casualty of Facebook. A recent study points out what marriage experts and divorce attorneys have been saying for years: Facebook can be a factor…
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