Colorado Law and Interstate Custody
In many instances, children of divorce live with one parent in one state while their other parent lives in a different state—making it difficult for parents to enforce court orders... Read More
Three Legal Steps to Take After a Colorado Divorce
The divorce process may finally be complete, but it is important to be aware of the loose ends that may need your attention before you can move on with your... Read More
How to Enforce Child Support Orders in Colorado
Child support orders are legally binding, and Colorado courts take violations of these orders very seriously. If you are a parent who has not been receiving child support from your... Read More
What You Need to Know About Colorado Spousal Maintenance
Spousal maintenance, also referred to as alimony or spousal support, is the money paid to a spouse during and after a divorce when the other spouse is not able to... Read More
Do I Need an Attorney in an Uncontested Divorce in Colorado?
If both parties agree to a divorce and are generally agreeable to the terms of the divorce, then this is known in Colorado as an uncontested divorce. Items that may... Read More
How Domestic Violence Can Impact Child Custody Cases in Colorado
In the state of Colorado, family courts step in when two spouses are unable to agree on parenting time and the allocation of parenting responsibilities. When making such determinations, the... Read More
The Difference Between Uncontested Divorce and Contested Divorce
There are two types of divorce in Colorado: uncontested divorce and contested divorce. What are the differences between the two? Uncontested Divorce An uncontested divorce refers to a divorce in... Read More
Frequently Asked Questions on Protection Orders
What is a protection order? In Colorado, a protection order—also referred to as a protective order or restraining order—is an order enacted to protect a person believed to be... Read More
When Can Child Support Modifications Be Made?
Colorado courts follow a standard formula to determine the amount of child support to be paid. This formula typically takes into account factors such as the gross income of both... Read More
Can I Get Interest on Any Back Child Support Owed to Me?
In a family law case involving children, a court order will always include one of two things. One might be a separate child support order. The other may be specific... Read More
