Year: 2018

The last thing a parent wants to do is cause their child any pain. Sharing life-changing news with a child can be intimidating and difficult, but doing so early can save them from unnecessary added heartache. If you and your spouse are planning to split up, have an open dialogue about how to share this…

When the divorce rate in this country reached an all time high of 50 percent, couples here in Colorado and elsewhere became disheartened by the cost, time and hassle involved in going through the traditional court process. It seemed to only cause deeper discontent and contention between couples and often caused far more harm than good,…

Making the choice to formally and legally end your marriage is a difficult one. Even in relatively amicable situations in which both parties commit to working peacefully together, it can complex to deal with issues such as property division and child custody. In some cases, a Colorado couple may want to live separately but refrain…

If you and your spouse have made the decision to take separate paths in life, you could be wondering how the process might affect your future. Going through a divorce can be a stressful and harrowing experience, and the outcome of the situation can have a substantial impact on your finances. While there may be…

There really isn’t such a thing as a “typical” divorce because no two marital situations are exactly the same; therefore, neither are any two divorces. Also, Colorado divorce laws may vary from another state’s, so there’s no “national standard” in place when it comes to divorce, either. There are, however, basic process steps that most…

When you realized your marriage was headed for divorce, you began to consider ways you might be able to help your children come to terms with idea. A main concern of yours involved telling your kids you’d all be moving to a new home. They really like where they live now, have been at the…

You and your spouse may be one of many young, professional couples who were excited to settle in Adams County or a surrounding area to go for gold in your careers and provide your children with the best opportunities the region has to offer. Colorado consistently ranks high for per capita income, which may be…

In Colorado, the payments you make for child support are based on both your income and the other parent’s income, as well as the earning potential for both of you. These payments are also based on the children’s specific monetary needs. However, what happens if you can no longer make these payments due to a…

It’s no secret that the end of a marriage can be a stressful and daunting experience. As a parent, you may have additional concerns as to how the process will affect your kids and wonder what steps you can take to ensure that their needs are taken care of in the process. While you may…

When two Colorado parents choose to move forward with a divorce, it can lead to serious disputes and complications over child custody. However, some parents are able to put their temporary emotions aside and work together for a beneficial and workable child custody order. In many families, this means a joint custody arrangement. Joint custody…