Facing a challenging legal endeavor can quickly become overwhelming, especially for those with limited experience with court cases. The legal system in Colorado and other states is divided into distinct courts, each serving a particular purpose. For instance, the criminal court focuses on punishing wrongdoers and deterring others from committing crimes due to the threat of penalties, such as imprisonment. But what about the family court and civil court in Colorado? What are the differences between the two types of…
An engagement ring is a shining symbol of a committed relationship and a couple’s intention to marry. But what happens if the wedding never occurs and the relationship ends? Who legally owns the engagement ring, and does an ex-fiancé have to return it? The answer to this question may surprise you. Reach out to our family lawyer in Denver, CO to discuss your unique case with us today. Whether or Not You Have to Return an Engagement Ring Depends on…
Divorce is always a source of emotional and legal distress. Still, it’s particularly challenging when parents share children and harbor contentious feelings toward each other, use conflicting parenting methods, and struggle to communicate and compromise effectively. The Colorado courts prioritize a child’s best interest in all decisions related to family law, divorce, and child custody, including when appointing a parenting coordinator or decision-maker to assist parents in navigating the terms of their custody agreement. This is a tool used by…
In Colorado, spouses who choose to go their separate ways have two paths. They can file for divorce or choose a legal separation as a temporary solution while deciding the future of their marriage. A legal separation in Colorado provides the same rights and protections as a divorce, with legal terms for child custody, child support under the state’s guidelines, the division of assets, and spousal maintenance (alimony) when appropriate. During a legal separation in Denver, the spouses live apart…
Like all states in the U.S., Colorado has laws upholding a parent’s legal right to physical and legal decision-making custody. They also have an obligation to support their child financially. Despite these inherent parental rights, the court can terminate a parent’s rights under specific circumstances, including when the parent themselves voluntarily requests a termination of their rights, such as to allow the adoption of an infant. In other cases, the termination of parental rights occurs in response to a petition…
