Am I Common Law Married in Colorado?
Confused as to whether you are common law married? I have had many clients and potential clients ask me to tell them whether they are “common law married.” There is, usually, no straight forward answer to this question. There is a common misperception that a couple is common law married if they h ...
FAQs Colorado Divorces
How Long Does the Divorce Take? It depends. Per law, a Court cannot divorce spouses until 91 days after the petition is served on the other party (or waiver signed by the other party). However, it can take longer than this based on the Court’s docket and if it is contested. Some jurisdictions ...
Colorado Divorce Attorney Fees
A common question I often get asked is “can I get my ex to pay for my attorney fees?” Sometimes you can get your ex, or soon to be ex-spouse, to pay for attorney fees you incur during the divorce. Section 14-10-119, C.R.S. provides the primary way for an individual to receive attorney fees from t ...
Who Gets the House in Divorce in Colorado?
Who Gets the House? How to Value and Divide the Marital Home in the Divorce: Oftentimes, the most valuable asset a married couple has is their home. Not only is it valuable in terms of worth to the parties, but there is usually sentimental value to one or both of the spouses in a divorce. Who ...
Contempt of Court Colorado
Contempt of Court Colorado --The Basics If you believe your ex-spouse or the other parent in your case has violated a court order, you may be able to file contempt against him or her. Is This the Best Remedy? If the other party has violated a court order, you are generally entit ...
Move Out of State with the Kids? Child Relocation Cases in Colorado
Child Relocation Cases in Colorado Sometimes, it may be necessary for a divorced individual to move out-of-state after the divorce. What happens if you have kids? Unless you have a written agreement between you and your ex-spouse explicitly stating you can relocate with the children, you will h ...
Colorado's New Maintenance Statute
Colorado's New Maintenance Statute On January 1, 2014, Colorado enacted a new spousal maintenance statute in C.R.S. 14-10-114, setting forth guidelines for maintenance payments from one spouse to another. “Spousal Maintenance” is Colorado’s legal term for “spousal support” or “alimony.” Prior ...
