Many people start planning their divorce with scorched-earth tactics in mind. They are so angry or hurt about the end of their marriage that all they can think about is getting justice or punishing their ex in some way. This kind of approach can give people a...
Family Law
Some approaches to dividing a family business during a divorce
Colorado has no shortage of entrepreneurs, and divorcing couples who started a business together often need to consider how to divide it. Under the state's equitable distribution laws, two spouses may negotiate a plan to split their business fairly. Assets acquired...
Can you afford to stay in Denver with the kids after a divorce?
In recent years, Colorado has seen a massive influx of new residents that has drastically impacted the cost of living and housing across the state. Denver is one of the markets most significantly impacted by this wave of new Colorado residents. Whether you have lived...
How to deal with a combative ex-spouse while co-parenting
Once your divorce is finalized, it’s your hope that you can move on from your marriage and avoid the troubles from your past. However, if you have children together, this is easier said than done. A big part of your life will now turn toward co-parenting. There’s no...
FAQs about marital agreements
In many marriages, spouses' incomes are not equal, but both contribute financially to a joint budget. However, sometimes a couple will make a conscious agreement for one spouse to sacrifice a career advance to allow the other to take one. Before committing to this...
Can a parenting plan be flexible?
Child custody and visitation has gone through a lot of changes in the past decade. It used to be common for parents to split visitation into weekends and one evening during the week, but that is not how things must work anymore. Now, you have the option to create your...
What are your biggest worries in divorce?
It may be perfectly clear to you that divorce is the best way to better your life, but that doesn’t mean that everything will go off as planned. You’re sure to face a variety of challenges before, during and after the divorce process. A clear understanding of your...
How can you have the prenup conversation?
While prenuptial agreements are more common among millennials, they are still a complex topic. Many people are still sensitive when their partners bring up prenups. There are a lot of reasons for this. On one hand, your partner may think that you are accusing him or...
Do I need a prenuptial agreement?
It used to be that prenuptial agreements were solely the provenance of the rich and famous, but that is changing. While many may find that prenuptial agreements lack overt romance, the practical nature of a good prenuptial agreement is gaining traction among...
As a stepparent, is it possible to adopt your spouse’s children?
When you are a stepparent, it can take awhile to build a strong relationship with the children of your spouse. Over time, you can become very close with them, eventually becoming a parent figure in their lives. You, your spouse and even your stepchildren may reach a...