Category: Divorce
When Business Owners Divorce
Divorce is rarely simple, but for business owners, it’s a uniquely high-stakes affair. A business isn’t just an asset—it’s a livelihood, an identity, and often a legacy. When divorce proceedings begin, questions of valuation, ownership, and control become flashpoints that can either be negotiated with foresight—or litigated with devastating consequences. At Lewis & Matthews, P.C., […]
April 8, 2025
Mediation and Arbitration in Colorado Divorce: Effective Alternatives to Court
For many, the idea of divorce conjures images of tense courtroom battles, drawn-out legal disputes, and financial strain. However, not every divorce has to be resolved through litigation. In Colorado, mediation and arbitration offer alternative dispute resolution (ADR) methods that can help couples avoid the courtroom while still reaching fair, enforceable agreements. These approaches not […]
March 24, 2025
Rebuilding Your Life After Divorcing a Narcissistic Spouse: Legal Protections and Long-Term Stability
Part 3 of a 3-part series on getting out of narcissistic relationships and building a better life Now that we’ve covered how to divorce a narcissistic spouse and how to navigate co-parenting issues in parts 1 and 2, it’s time to move on and leave the narcissist ex in the dust. It’s time to rebuild […]
March 21, 2025
Child Custody and Co-Parenting with a Narcissistic Ex: Protecting Your Child and Yourself
Part 2 of a 3-part series on getting out of narcissistic relationships and building a better life Co-parenting with a narcissist is a battle fought on two fronts: the courtroom and your child’s emotional well-being. Unlike a typical custody arrangement where parents aim to cooperate, a narcissist weaponizes shared parenting to maintain control. They create […]
March 19, 2025
How to Divorce a Narcissistic Spouse: Legal and Emotional Strategies for a High-Conflict Divorce
Part 1 of a 3-part series on getting out of narcissistic relationships and building a better life Divorcing a narcissist is a legal battle, an emotional war, and a psychological endurance test. Unlike a typical divorce where both parties seek resolution, a high-conflict divorce with a narcissist is about control, power, and survival. They will […]
March 17, 2025
The January Divorce Boom: Why the New Year Signals the End for Many Marriages
For many, the holiday season is filled with joy and togetherness, but for others, it marks the final chapter of a struggling marriage. January consistently sees a sharp rise in divorce filings, a phenomenon so common it’s been dubbed “Divorce Month.” But why do so many couples choose to call it quits as soon as […]
January 2, 2025
Divorce and Bankruptcy: What You Need to Know
Divorce is challenging enough on its own, but when one spouse files for bankruptcy during or before the process, the situation becomes exponentially more complicated. Legal rights, asset division, and financial liabilities shift dramatically, and missteps can lead to significant financial losses. Understanding the intersection of these two legal processes is critical to protecting your […]
November 6, 2024
Divorce versus annulment: what’s the difference?
If you are married and looking for a legal way to end the relationship, you would be forgiven for thinking that an annulment is an alternative to a divorce. However this is not the case. Although the end result of a divorce and annulment is the same – the relationship is legally terminated – the […]
August 30, 2024
Protecting women’s interests in property division and child custody in a Colorado divorce
Getting a divorce can be a time of great uncertainty for all parties involved, but it can be especially stressful for women, who may believe that they have a disadvantage in court proceedings. However, Colorado law strives to treat men and women equally in matters such as divorce, and having experienced legal representation on your […]
July 25, 2024
When unmarried parents separate: What you should know about parental responsibility
Parental responsibility is an area that is made more complicated when parents are unmarried, and this is especially true when they separate. Without a divorce, there is no legal requirement to officially record their parental responsibilities, child support payments and visitation schedules, so it is up to the separating couple to find an amicable solution […]
May 30, 2024
