Even though divorce is stressful for adults, it is often infinitely harder for children. The divorce of parents will often be the first and most significant trauma that young people experience before adulthood. Divorce can destabilize a child's sense of identity and...
3 things you can do to prepare your children for your divorce
You’re going through a divorce and you must talk about it to your children. This conversation can be scary, but it doesn’t have to be overly difficult. You may need to consider the following when talking about divorce to children: Talk about what will change early It...
On what grounds can you modify spousal support in Colorado?
In some Colorado divorce cases, the divorce judgment may include a court order that requires one party to pay alimony or spousal support. Spousal support can be short-term or long-term and is intended to cushion the spouse who did not work during the marriage or had a...
Who covers private school costs after a Colorado divorce
Both arrangements for children and financial matters can lead to intense emotional disagreements during a Colorado divorce. Sometimes, plans for the children can affect both financial and parenting matters. For example, perhaps the family has enrolled the children in...
What should you do if your spouse resists getting divorced?
Not all marriages end when one spouse passes away or when both spouses reach a mutual agreement to walk in separate directions. Unfortunately, those who do not want a divorce often claw, fight and rage against the proceedings. Others may struggle with divorce while...
The do’s and don’ts when preparing for a divorce
Divorce is a complex and emotional process whose effects will likely last a lifetime. Various aspects of your life, from family arrangements to finances, may change forever. Therefore, it is necessary to prepare yourself accordingly, emotionally and otherwise. While...
Should you settle your divorce out of court?
If the better days of your marriage are in the past and you are contemplating a divorce, there are generally two ways of approaching it. You can either settle the divorce inside or outside court. An out-of-court divorce settlement involves both spouses working...
What can you do if divorce discussions always become arguments?
Constant spousal conflict or arguments is one reason some divorces take longer than others. It is hard to negotiate divorce issues when every attempt at having a civil conversation devolves into an outright battle. Getting your arguments under control is critical to...
Are you financially ready for a divorce?
When every attempt to save your marriage fails, you may be left with no choice but to file for a divorce. Divorce can be an emotionally and financially taxing process. However, long before things like child custody and support are decided, you will need to prep your...
4 mistakes to avoid during divorce
There is so much to think about in a divorce, from potentially losing your home and custody of the children to reorganizing your finances and goals in life. The whole process can get pretty overwhelming, and it is easy to make mistakes that can have long-lasting...