Year: 2025

The decision to leave a relationship with intimate partner violence is huge and personal. You may know that you need to get out for the safety of yourself and your kids, but it is often a heavy burden to wonder how domestic violence affects child custody decisions in Colorado. Your abuse may have threatened you…

Most couples don’t marry with the expectation of divorce. While this may lead many to avoid a prenuptial agreement altogether, it can mean that those who sign them might not take them as seriously as they otherwise would, leading them to seek a way out. The Broomfield prenuptial agreement lawyers at Danielsen Westhoff can help…

Going through the transition of a divorce is a tough experience, no matter how amicable both parties are toward one another. For many, the most stressful experience is the process of the final court hearing, where you, your soon-to-be-ex, the judge, and the attorneys finalize vital decisions about your future. While your Broomfield divorce attorney…

Going through a divorce can be a confusing time, as you learn to navigate a new future without your ex. But understanding the complexities of law should not leave you puzzled. You should understand what the difference is between a petitioner and a respondent in a divorce, and how those roles can affect your ongoing…

Divorces in Colorado can take longer than you may expect due to the mandatory waiting period. Most divorcing couples just want to be finished as soon as possible. To determine what you can expect for the timeline of your divorce, you can speak with a Broomfield divorce lawyer with Danielsen Westhoff, PC. The Waiting Period…

Getting married is often a romantic, whimsical experience. While everyone deserves to get caught up in their love for a partner, the legal component of a marriage is a contract, and like any other contractual agreement, you can benefit from protecting yourself. In marriage, this is done through a prenuptial or postnuptial agreement. An experienced…

Allegations of child abuse or neglect are taken seriously in Broomfield County Courts. False allegations can have a devastating impact on parents and children involved in a custody case. If you are found to have made allegations in bad faith, you may lose parenting time with your child, but how should you handle false allegations…

Determining the most appropriate custody or parental responsibility arrangement in the face of a Broomfield divorce is often emotional and can be full of conflict. In these cases, the courts may assign a parental responsibility evaluator to determine a division of responsibility in the best interest of your child. This appointment can make many parents…

Common law marriage in Colorado establishes the same legal rights for couples as those participating in ceremonial marriage traditions. Like all married couples, complex legal matters can arise for common law couples. Recognizing your rights in a common law marriage can help when a relationship ends, a partner dies, or other legal challenges arise. Understanding…

Taxes play a crucial role in financial decisions in a Colorado divorce. The Broomfield alimony lawyer you choose should have experience with potential tax concerns you may face, whether you pay or receive alimony. State and federal tax laws may change. Keeping informed about new tax laws in Colorado will help you prepare financially and…