Do I have to pay the filing fees to get divorced?
It’s no secret that legal disputes can be very costly. When litigating family law matters in court, there are filing fees you must pay. Under the statute, a person seeking…
December 12, 2018
What is a gift tax and when do I need to worry about it?
Because Colorado has no state gift tax, residents are free to give third parties just about anything. But even though you are free to make gifts, that doesn’t mean you…
November 8, 2018
Do I really need to file the IRS form for the child tax exemption?
As tax season approaches, many single or divorced parents have questions about claiming the child tax exemption. Often times, a Court-ordered parenting plan will state that the parents will alternate…
February 21, 2018
Everything that should be in your Separation Agreement in your divorce
When going through a divorce, you and your spouse may create a separation agreement. A separation agreement details how the assets and debts accumulated during the marriage will be divided upon…
January 31, 2018
Everything you need to create a Parenting Plan for your custody case
When going through a divorce with children or through a custody case, you will ultimately end up with a parenting plan. A parenting plan is like an instruction manual, providing…
January 10, 2018
Hiring a Lawyer: A Practical Guide
Need to hire a lawyer but have no idea where to start or how to find the right one? The Colorado Office of Attorney Regulation Counsel has put together a…
September 29, 2017
Why is divorce so expensive? (Pt. 2) Blame the Lawyers
Last year, I wrote about why divorce is so expensive and explained how, in many cases, it’s the spouses who drive up the price. This time around, I wanted to look…
June 5, 2017
How to get divorced without hiring a lawyer
Have you wondered whether you can – or should – get divorced without hiring a lawyer? Maybe you and your spouse are pretty agreeable right now and you’re worried that…
March 21, 2017
How to get divorced and not pay $25,000+ to a lawyer
A few weeks ago, I wrote about how to save money on a divorce when children were involved. The same can be said about a divorce without children. While you…
March 6, 2017
How Getting Married Affects Your Will
A few weeks ago, I posted about how getting divorced affects your will, but it’s not just divorce that can affect your will. Getting married can also have an effect.…
February 28, 2017
Why Getting Married is Really a Business Decision
Although business isn’t the most romantic topic to discuss on Valentine’s Day, it is important to understand that in many ways the decision to get married is a business one.…
February 14, 2017
How Get Divorced in Colorado without Paying Thousands of Dollars
While you can get divorced in Colorado without an attorney, it’s generally not recommended. Attorneys help ensure your rights are being protected throughout the process. Attorneys can be expensive, though,…
January 31, 2017
How Getting Divorced Affects Your Will
Getting divorced doesn’t just end your marriage; it can also void your will. If you drafted a will while you were married and made dispositions or gifts to your then-spouse…
January 17, 2017
Legal Checkup: Don’t Start a New Year Without One
As you jump into the new year, it’s prudent to reflect on the year that was and the changes you may have experienced. While at the time, life events can…
January 3, 2017
Getting Married by Common Law in Colorado
In Colorado, it is possible to get married without ever going to a Courthouse or having a formal ceremony. Unlike some other states, Colorado allows for common law marriage. To…
December 7, 2016
Changing Parenting Time in Colorado
When a parenting time schedule is issued as part of a Court order, the parents are bound to follow it. A parenting time schedule put in place when a child…
November 3, 2016
Colorado wrote your will. Do you know what it says?
Don’t think you have will? Think again. If you haven’t written a will for yourself, the state of Colorado has one already written for you. What does the will Colorado…
October 25, 2016
Separate v. Marital Property: Why it Matters in your Divorce
Every divorce in Colorado deals with dividing the marital estate between the spouses. This division is at the heart of what a divorce truly is: the breakup of an entity. While…
August 31, 2016
Everything you need to complete your divorce without children
Below is a roadmap for getting divorced in Colorado when there are no children involved. (If you have children, click here.) If a specific document must be completed and filed…
June 9, 2016
Tips for Successful Co-Parenting
When you have a child with someone, you are forever linked to them. While your relationship may not have worked out, for the child’s sake, it’s important to learn how…
May 26, 2016