By the time you and your soon to be ex-spouse decide to divorce, usually one or more of the parties involved is ready for a quick and drama free separation. Unfortunately, divorce can be very emotional and contentious. Here are a few tips from our experienced family law attorneys to reduce drama and achieve a […]
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January is Considered “Divorce Month” If you are waiting until the new year to file for divorce, you are not alone. January is sometimes referred to as “divorce month.” Many couples wait until the first month of the new year to file for divorce. There are several reasons why people may wait until after the
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What is Alimony? Alimony – or “spousal maintenance” as it’s referred to in Colorado, is a court-ordered payment awarded to one party in a divorce or legal separation that is meant to provide financial support. As we’ve discussed before on our blog, spousal maintenance can take several distinct forms here in Colorado; there is temporary
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Like most parents in Colorado who pay or receive child support, you’re probably concerned about the rising cost of living and how it will impact your child support payments. This concern brings up questions for both parents. How long does child support last in Colorado? What if I can’t afford to pay the total amount?
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Colorado, along with all other states, has formally adopted the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction & Enforcement Act (“UCCJEA”). The UCCJEA has several purposes, but the two most important purposes are to better promote the best interests of children, and to minimize jurisdictional competition across state lines in matters of child custody. In its fulness, the
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Divorce can be the most stressful and upsetting time in a person’s life. Here at the Drake Law Firm, we believe in helping people divorce with as little drama possible. However, that does not change the fact that divorce is hurtful and can be hard to accept. Below are a few tips on how to
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Seeking legal counsel can be very expensive. Here at the Drake Law Firm, we do not use a flat fee system. Instead, we implement hourly billing. However, it can be beneficial for you as a future client to understand the various ways in which attorneys and law firms charge for their services. What is a
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Divorce can be emotionally and financially stressful, especially if there is debt involved. In Colorado, martial debt falls under the Equitable Distribution Rule which means that it will be distributed fairly between the parties. However, this does not mean that debt is divided exactly 50/50. What is Considered Marital Debt? All marital debt and assets
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Child custody is a complex legal issue, and you may feel overwhelmed if you are involved in a child custody battle. The good news is that there are experienced child custody lawyers who can help you navigate the legal system to reach the best outcome for your child. In this blog post, a child custody
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Thanksgiving is an important holiday celebrated by many families in the U.S. Most people have at least the Thursday of the week of Thanksgiving and often following Friday off of work or school, to allow for time together as a family. For parents who share custody of a child, Thanksgiving can be a source of
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