Following your divorce, you and your former spouse may decide to share custody. This allows you to spend as much time as possible with your children and help your children maintain their relationship with your ex. Divorce can be a challenging time for families, especially when it comes to co-parenting. However, with effort and communication, it is possible to build a positive co-parenting relationship that benefits everyone involved following your divorce. Establish clear communication channels Set up regular check-ins with your ex-partner to discuss your children’s needs, schedules and any co ..read more

Divorce brings profound changes to a person’s life that affect their personal relationships and long-term financial circumstances. These changes can quickly become overwhelming, leading many to forget their considerable impact on their estate plan. Revisiting your estate plan after a divorce ensures that your legal documents reflect your current wishes under new circumstances. Failing to make these updates could result in unwanted consequences like your ex-spouse receiving your assets upon your death. Will and trust Spouses typically play a significant role when you design your will and trust ..read more

These days, many separating couples consider collaborative divorce as an alternative approach to ending their marriage. However, despite its growing popularity, collaborative divorce still comes with several misconceptions, which include the following: 1. It is only for parties who agree. Many people mistakenly think that collaborative divorce is only suitable for couples who are on good terms and agree on most issues. In reality, collaborative divorce helps any couple willing to work together to resolve their differences respectfully and amicably, even if they disagree on certain divorce issu ..read more

Separating parents are often overwhelmed with emotions during their divorce process. Among other things you need to sort out, child custody is one of the big decisions you must agree on. Every parent wants the best for their child, but how do you exactly factor this in your child custody arrangement? Would the arrangement meet the child’s needs? Child custody must meet the essential needs of the child. The new arrangement should allow the child to grow healthy and safely. Often, the family court will look into the parents’ capabilities to provide for the child’s needs, including medical needs ..read more

In Colorado, like in most states, involved parties can contest a will on several grounds, such as lack of testamentary capacity, undue influence, fraud or failure to comply with the requirements of a valid will. While these are common reasons to challenge a will, they are not an exclusive list. Courts may consider other grounds, even those as simple as a clerical error, if they affect the will and its provisions significantly. Looking into the error’s nature Clerical errors can be a ground to challenge a will, depending on the nature and the impact of the error. If the error is so significant ..read more

In Colorado, parents, regardless of whether married or not, can pursue an allocation of parental responsibilities (custody) to settle issues involving their child, including how much parenting time they each have or who gets to decide on major decisions about their child’s life. While courts usually decide on these issues, parents can agree on the terms themselves. When they do, they have to consider several essential aspects. Factors to a suitable allocation plan In both dividing decision-making responsibilities and deciding on parenting time, parents have to carefully consider the following ..read more

Writing a will ensures the honoring of your wishes after you pass away. When creating yours, it is important to be aware of potential red flags that might lead to challenges. By being mindful of these signs, you can take steps to create a will that is less likely to face problems. Sudden changes If your will undergoes sudden and significant changes, it may raise questions among your loved ones. They might wonder if external pressure or influence played a role in those alterations. Not updated If your will is old, it might not accurately reflect your current wishes. This lack of updates could r ..read more

If you’re still deciding whether to end your marriage, make sure it’s really what you want. Divorce is not a decision to be taken lightly, as it can affect you emotionally, financially and even in terms of legal matters. But if you’ve decided on getting a divorce, it’s essential to understand how to start the process. This knowledge can help you start off on the right foot, even during such an emotional time. Start with filing the divorce petition The divorce process in Colorado begins with submitting a formal request for dissolution of marriage to your local county court. In your formal reque ..read more

Including a living trust in your estate plan can be a smart move, depending on your estate details and size. This arrangement can come with distinct benefits, but it may also have tax considerations that usually vary based on state law. Reviewing these taxes before deciding to establish a living trust could be vital. Sometimes, these tax liabilities may outweigh the trust’s advantages, making other estate planning tools more appropriate. In Colorado, living trusts are usually subject to the following taxes: The trust maker’s income tax during their life – Despite putting your assets in a ..read more

In Colorado, domestic violence can significantly affect divorce cases. If you are involved in a divorce where there is a history of domestic violence, it is important to understand how this can affect various aspects of the legal process and the outcomes. Here are some key areas of divorce where domestic violence may have an impact: Impact on child custody and visitation decisions In Colorado, courts prioritize the child’s best interests when making custody and visitation decisions. If there is a history of domestic violence in the marriage, the court can determine that awarding custody to the ..read more