Category: Family Law

From Conflict to Clarity: A Divorce Lawyer’s Guide to Holiday Peace

Avoid holiday custody battles. Discover how a divorce lawyer’s strategy can bring clarity, peace, and joy back to your co-parenting season.

Why Waiting to Lawyer Up Is the Fastest Way to Lose in Family Court

Delaying legal representation in family law cases can lead to costly mistakes, missed deadlines, and unfavorable outcomes. Learn why early action is key to protecting your rights, children, and assets in court.

Family Law Isn’t Just About Legalese, It’s About Your Legacy

Family Law Isn’t Just About Legalese, It’s About Your Legacy Family Law Is Power, Not Paperwork When most people hear “family law,” their eyes glaze over. They imagine dusty legal books, endless jargon, and paperwork thicker than a phone book. But here’s the truth: family law is not about technicalities, it is about power, legacy, […]

Prenups: What You Need to Know & Why You Should Have One

Marriage is an emotional and personal milestone. It is also a legal and financial partnership. A prenuptial agreement allows couples to clearly define how financial matters will be handled in the event of divorce or death. It’s not about expecting the worst—it’s about preparing responsibly for the future. What Is a Prenuptial Agreement? A prenuptial […]

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A Purposeful Path to Single Parenthood

Single parenthood isn’t for the faint of heart. It’s not a backup plan or a last resort. It’s a deliberate, life-changing commitment that demands resilience, financial preparedness, and unwavering dedication. Whether you’ve lost a partner, ended a marriage, or simply haven’t found the right person to share the journey with, deciding to raise a child […]

What to know before cohabiting with a romantic partner

Cohabitation outside of marriage has become an entirely acceptable concept in modern times, allowing couples to live together and raise families without the legal bonds of marriage. For many, cohabitation is convenient and cost-effective, but there are some legal considerations that you should know before entering into a cohabitation situation with a romantic partner.1 Things […]

How to futureproof your assets in blended families

Blended families are becoming increasingly common as second and subsequent marriages often bring children from previous relationships with them. While blended families often operate seamlessly, they also may attract several legal complications that, unless they are addressed early through estate planning, could lead to resentment and disappointment later. Colorado is an equitable distribution state, which […]

Estate Planning and Why It’s Important

Estate planning is an important strategy that involves making the necessary arrangements so that your assets go to the right beneficiaries if you were to become mentally incapacitated or pass away. While not everyone is comfortable thinking about their mortality, death is a fact of life. One of the questions you must ask yourself is, […]

What if You Are Not Married but Have a Child Together?

Colorado Non-Married Parents Allocation of Responsibilities Even if two parents have never been married, they both still retain rights similar to those enjoyed by parents who were once married. Additionally, they can still seek a legal agreement dictating the custody (parenting time, decision-making) of their child—this is what is called “Allocation of Parental Responsibilities”. After […]

Do Grandparents Have Custody and Visitation Rights In Colorado?

In Colorado, grandparents do have the right for grandchild custody and visitation. There is a statute that allows grandparents to file a motion and establish their visitation in the county the grandchild resides. However, this can be difficult. The motion must be filed as an underlying action under such things as dissolution of marriage between […]