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Divorce is never easy, and the prospect of stepping into a courtroom can feel incredibly unsettling. For many, the courtroom symbolizes judgment, decisions, and outcomes that can shape their future. If you’re preparing to appear in divorce court, knowing what to avoid is just as important as knowing what to say. Even a single misstep […]

Are you contemplating a major change in your relationship but feeling unsure whether divorce or legal separation is the right path? Understanding the key differences between these options can help you make the choice that best aligns with your needs and priorities.   This guide breaks down the key differences between divorce and legal separation,

Introduction: The Nature and Purpose of Trusts Most laypeople are familiar with the concept of a trust, but very few people in the general public understand how trusts work. Essentially, trusts are legal instruments which hold and distribute assets to selected beneficiaries. In a way, trusts can be likened to a special sort of asset

Sometimes, when spouses are unable to privately divide a marital home, the court may compel the spouses to sell the property in a court mandated sale. When this happens, the court will also determine how the proceeds be split. For instance, a court may order a house to be sold and then proceeds distributed in

Every parent’s top priority is their child’s safety and well-being. But what happens when a child is in immediate danger and there’s no time to wait for the standard legal process? If you’re in a situation where you need to protect your child urgently, applying for an emergency custody order in Colorado may be the

When it comes to the well-being of a child, Colorado law provides several options for legal arrangements to ensure that their needs are met. Among the most common are guardianship and custody. But what do these terms really mean? And how do you know which legal arrangement fits your situation? If you’re a parent, guardian,

Colorado’s Recent Changes Which Involve Domestic Violence Issues In the State of Colorado, just as in other jurisdictions around the country, domestic violence is not only a criminal law issue, but also a family law issue as well. In other words, domestic violence is not just something which might be prosecutable, it’s something which can

Only Marital Property is Subject to Division We have discussed the mechanics of the property division phase of divorce at length in previous articles. As we have stressed, only property categorized as “marital property” is subject to division based on a fair and equitable allocation, separate property remains with the original owner. Because of this