Most people feel that family is the most important aspect of their lives. Unfortunately, family relationships can evolve and change, sometimes requiring legal processes to set new boundaries, establish guidelines, and settle crucial legal matters to allow each party to move forward. An experienced Colorado family lawyer combines an in-depth understanding of family law, the…
A divorce is an emotional and financial upheaval for spouses and their children, requiring the transformation of one household into two. Reaching fair divorce settlement terms allows spouses to obtain an uncontested divorce without requiring a judge to resolve disputes. Sometimes, negotiations between spouses with their attorneys are not enough. In these cases, spouses may…
Divorced or unmarried parents who share children require a legal structure in place for sharing custody of their children. Once the order is in place, can one parent refuse the other parent access to their child? Under C.R.S. § 14-10-124, Colorado’s legislature states the following:“The General Assembly further recognizes that, in most cases, it is…
The old adage “Love finds a way” sometimes becomes a legal matter when romantic partners want to marry but are not in close proximity and cannot be physically together for the ceremony. In this case, they may choose a marriage by proxy. But how does a by-proxy marriage work in Colorado? Under Colorado Title 14 Domestic Matters 14-2-109, the law states the following: “If a party to a marriage is unable to be present at the solemnization, the absent party…
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…
