A work dismissal can force difficult spending choices. For parents living apart, that financial strain often comes with the fear of falling behind on a child's needs. If you are paying child support, you might wonder how to meet that responsibility without a steady...
A military divorce in Colorado can involve rules that do not appear in most other divorce cases. Federal law may affect the timing of the case, the division of retirement benefits and parenting issues during deployment. Colorado filing rules can work differently for...
A high-asset divorce may require spouses to untangle business interests, executive compensation, real estate and retirement accounts all at once. In Denver-area divorces, the court may need to evaluate those assets and their financial consequences before determining...
A business interest may be one of the most valuable assets in a high-value divorce. If a sale or buyout happens while your case is still pending, you may have to compare an earlier business valuation with the price a buyer is now willing to pay. The buyout price does...
It might feel unfair to share a debt incurred by your spouse. But Colorado courts don't allocate financial liability strictly based on who signed the receipt or swiped the card. Here is how marital debt allocation actually works during a divorce. Marital vs....
When you are facing a divorce, one of your biggest concerns is financial survival. Whether you were the primary breadwinner or the lesser earner, you may be wondering what spousal support may mean for you. In Colorado, courts rely on a specific formula to compute...
People often use the terms separated and divorced interchangeably. While each addresses similar issues, understanding what legally sets them apart can help you decide on which option you can take in the future. How does the law define separation and divorce? Legal...
You are going through one of the most challenging transitions of your life. The last thing you want to think about is tax implications. However, the tax decisions you make today will impact your family's financial security for years to come Understanding how to...
Divorce can feel intimidating, especially when you worry about your retirement. You may want to make sure your money is protected for the future. It is important to know that Colorado follows equitable distribution. This means the court will divide marital property...
If you have decided to get a divorce and have a child, you need to break the news to them. Besides knowing what to say, you should be prepared to answer questions. If your child is old enough to understand divorce and how it will change their routines, chances are...
