Parents preparing for divorce often have more challenges to address than those without minor children. In addition to resolving any disagreements about property, the spouses must also address the allocation of parental rights and responsibilities. Parents frequently...
Many people have misconceptions about why spouses and significant others stay in relationships where there is domestic violence. But those in the know realize that it is much more challenging than simply walking out the door. The reasons for staying in an abusive...
Nobody gets married expecting to get divorced -- but it happens. When you reach the painful conclusion that your marriage is over, however, you still have one more (possibly more painful) step ahead: You have to tell your spouse. There's no perfect way to do this, but...
Dividing child custody is an important part of the process when parents get divorced. What is important for these parents to understand is that there are actually two components to this custody arrangement. It is not as simple as just determining where the child is...
Many people walk into Denver courtrooms each week to get protective orders. Before you take this step, you need to know what these legal documents will and won't do for your safety. What is a protective order? A protective order is a court document that tells one...
Dividing assets during divorce creates stress for most couples, but when your financial picture includes stock options and work benefits tied to company stock, things get extra tricky. After all, these valuable assets often represent a big chunk of your family's...
When ending your marriage in Colorado, you focus on cooperation, not conflict. The state offers different ways to resolve things, with mediation as a top choice. When you and your partner work together, you often create better agreements. This helps you avoid...
Co-parenting creates countless opportunities for conflict. When parents share parental rights and responsibilities, they have to continue interacting with one another despite the change in their relationship. The more the parents end up fighting with one another, the...
Domestic violence leaves a lasting impact, especially on children who see it. In Denver, Colorado, the law understands how these experiences can profoundly affect a child's well-being. From decisions about custody to protective steps, the state has rules to protect...
Colorado is a no-fault divorce state. This means you can end your marriage without having to prove that your spouse did something wrong. This system makes it easier for betrayed spouses to divorce their unfaithful partners. But while adultery does not affect the...
