Sadly, not all marriages last forever. Divorce happens in nearly half of all marriages. If it does happen, you need to know the laws and requirements for your state of residency. Here is what you need to know about Colorado divorce laws. First of all, there are residency requirements. Before …
A Guide to Colorado’s Child Support Guidelines
When a child’s parents split up, each parent is responsible for providing financial support for the child, whether or not they were ever married. Each state is different when it comes to determining child support. In Colorado, child support is based on two main factors — the incomes of both …
How to Protect Your Business During a High Asset Divorce in Colorado?
If you own a business, one of the most important things you need to do is protect it. You need to keep it out of your spouse’s hands, which could happen in the event of a divorce. Colorado is an equitable distribution state, which means in a divorce all marital …
Common Mistakes to Avoid During a High Asset Divorce
Ending a marriage is never easy. The processes are the same for all divorces in Colorado, no matter what assets and elements are involved, so that makes things a little easier. However, when it is a high asset divorce, there is a lot more at stake. Just like any type …
Types of Child Custody
Divorces are complex. Each one is different, but they each incorporate various elements that must be settled before the divorce can be finalized. One common issue is child custody. Unlike other states, Colorado does not recognize sole custody or joint custody. Instead, the state uses the term “parental responsibility,” …
Annulment vs. Divorce
When you decide to end your marriage, you may think you have only one choice: divorce. Divorce is the option that most couples choose. But there is another option: annulment. An annulment allows you to end your marriage, much like a divorce. However, there are different requirements involved. Read on …
How is Alimony Decided?
When a couple decides to divorce, there are a lot of issues that need to be decided. One of them is alimony. Alimony, or spousal support, refers to a legal obligation by one spouse to support the other spouse after a divorce financially. Colorado recognizes two types of alimony: Temporary …
How is Child Custody Decided?
If you are divorcing and have children involved, you will likely be concerned about custody matters. This is referred to as the “allocation of parental responsibilities,” and it determines how parents will share time and decision-making with the child. It also determines child support. The courts make the final decision …
What Questions Should You Ask a Divorce Attorney?
You are ready to end your marriage, and you need a divorce attorney. But finding the right divorce lawyer can be a complicated task. Sure, a search may come up with dozens of attorneys in your area, but which one do you choose? How do you find the right one? …
Legal Separation vs. Divorce
You are tired of being married. You want to end things, but what are your options? Do you have to get a divorce? Not necessarily. You can opt for a legal separation as well, but keep in mind that it is a legal process that is very similar to divorce. …
