Marriage generally comes with the expectation of romantic and sexual monogamy. In all but a handful of cases, those who make a lifetime commitment to a romantic partner expect that partner to commit to them fully and to forgo romantic relationships and sexual...
Colorado Family Law Blog
Reasons to negotiate a postnuptial contract when considering divorce
Some people in Colorado decide to negotiate a marital agreement, like a postnuptial contract, when life throws them a curveball. Fertility treatments, early parental death and unexpected career success are all among the scenarios that sometimes prompt couples to...
How social media can help and hurt those filing for divorce
Social media has become a major influence in most people's daily lives in the U.S. As a result, many people know that social media can affect someone's closest relationships, including marriages. Numerous studies now suggest that frequent use of social media has a...
2 mistakes people often make concerning QDROs during divorce
Those who need to share retirement savings when they divide their property in a divorce can do so without penalty in most cases. A qualified domestic relations order (QDRO) can lead to the creation of a second account that contains a portion of the original account's...
How to show that a parent’s substance abuse could affect their kids
Most custody matters result in both parents spending time with their children. Although 50/50 custody isn't always a practical solution, relatively equal parenting time is a common request when those with minor children divorce or separate. In most contentious family...
Will child support continue into college for ambitious students?
Parents often feel intensely proud when there are obvious signs that their middle school or high school students are likely college-bound. They may start setting money aside to help cover future tuition expenses. From professional ambitions that may include becoming a...
2 ways of limiting conflict with a combative spouse during divorce
Many people who are contemplating divorce realize well before they attend a hearing in Colorado family court that they are likely to face a very combative process. In scenarios where spouses blame one another for the breakdown of the marriage, divorce proceedings can...
Tom Brady speaks out on his future after divorce
One of the most high-profile divorces of the last year was that of NFL quarterback, Tom Brady. He was previously married to supermodel Gisele Bündchen. The two have children together, who are 13 and 10, and they had been married for the bulk of Brady‘s NFL career....
Can you hold your spouse accountable for financial infidelity?
When you marry someone, you give them a lot of control over your life and access to your most personal spaces. They will likely know about any medical issues you experience and will have access to your income and assets, as well as an interest in your shared marital...
4 common questions about child custody with a difficult ex
Divorce can be scary, but it may be a lot more worrisome to think about your children after a divorce. You’ll still want to see them, but you may be afraid that your ex-spouse will make that difficult. Perhaps it’s because you and your ex always fought or maybe your...