When a woman makes the decision to end her marriage or is facing the likelihood that this will happen, she may find it necessary to prepare for what is ahead. The financial ramifications of divorce can be significant, and the earlier one starts to prepare for them,...
Common-law marriage is an arrangement in which you and your chosen spouse agree that you want to be married but does not involve a formal ceremony. Your reasons for choosing a common-law marriage may vary. Perhaps you do not want to incur financial hardship through an...
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...
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...
A lot changed in your life because of your divorce. Perhaps you moved or are trying to regroup your finances after splitting marital assets. You may also have the new responsibility of paying child support each month. These changes are only a few of the many you will...
You are a good parent, so you may assume that the judge will agree your child should live with you at least half the time and sign an order to that effect. However, being a good parent does not guarantee you will receive the parenting time schedule you want. A judge...
Virtual or digital visitation has made it easier than ever before for parents to be a daily part of their children's lives after a divorce. For many people, virtual visitation may only seem necessary for parents in unusual situations, like those currently deployed as...
After a divorce, both Colorado parents have the legal obligation to continue to support their children financially. This is true regardless of whether the one parent has primary custody or parents share custody through a negotiated parenting plan. In most cases, the...
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...
Colorado parents like you have a lot to handle after you decide on divorce. Even if it is overall a better and healthier option for your family, it will be difficult at the start. You may have a long, complex road to traverse. Of course, one of the key components of...