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Understanding Contempt of Court in Colorado

04 Jan 2017
Contempt of court refers to an individual’s behavior that defies or opposes the authority of the court. In terms of family law, civil contempt generally involves the failure to perform an act ordered by the court. Contempt of court may be classified into two parts: Direct or indirect. Direct contempt...
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Death Before or During Divorce in Colorado

23 Dec 2016
What happens if a spouse dies before a final decree of divorce or dissolution is entered by the court? In Colorado, the law dictates that a pending divorce case does not survive after the death of one spouse. Generally, the divorce action immediately ends upon the party’s death. Colorado’s statutory...
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Can I Get a Divorce Without My Spouse’s Consent?

20 Dec 2016
When it comes to grounds for divorce or the dissolution of marriage, the state of Colorado is considered a no-fault state. In the past, a spouse who wished to get a divorce had to prove a basis such as physical abuse, adultery, or abandonment. Today, however, the only requirements to...
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How To Keep Legal Costs Low in a Colorado Divorce

08 Dec 2016
Divorced couples can attest to the fact that divorce is not cheap. Attorneys’ fees can quickly add up, especially when both spouses own numerous assets, or when there are children involved. Below are six tips to save money on your legal fees during your divorce. 1. Work with your spouse....
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The Basics of Paternity Lawsuits in Colorado

24 Nov 2016
Paternity lawsuits may be filed to officially prove or even disprove a child’s biological father. Establishing the biological paternity of a child is very important, as it relates to other legal issues such as a father’s custody rights, visitation rights, financial obligations, and moral obligations to a child. An action...
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Child Custody Rights for the Non-Biological Parent

15 Nov 2016
It often happens that children have strong bonds and interactions with individuals other than their biological parents as they grow up, such as their grandparents, step-parents, family friends, and other relatives who have helped take care of them. Unfortunately, relationships between a child’s biological parents and their other caregivers sometimes...
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Colorado Adoption FAQs

10 Nov 2016
What is adoption? Adoption refers to a legal process where a birth parents’ rights are permanently terminated and awarded to the adoptive parents, and the adoptive parents assume all responsibilities and rights for the child. How does adoption differ from guardianship? With adoption, a birth parents’ rights and responsibilities to...
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