When you’re going through a divorce, the division of the marital estate can take precedence over all – especially for affluent couples whose children are grown. It’s easy for some assets to slip through the cracks when people focus on things like the family home, the...
If you are thinking of getting a divorce, your brain may be spinning. There is so much to think about and the events that led up to this point could also add to the stress on you. Hence it is easy to make mistakes that will make the divorce harder for you Here are...
Your home can become one of the biggest points of contention should you divorce. Homes often mean a lot to their owners, and when combined with the fact they are the couple’s most valuable assets, it is understandable that people often fight over who keeps them....
If you’re getting divorced, dividing custody of your children is an important step to take. Ideally, the two of you will continue to cooperate as co-parents after the divorce. But you still need a plan in place to ensure that this happens and to define your rights and...
Most married couples in Colorado use credit cards regularly. Some households pay off credit card balances every month, while others may have thousands of dollars in credit card debt. Those debts can become a point of contention during a Colorado divorce. State...
Those considering divorce in Colorado are compelled to think about their finances carefully. Much of their personal property is subject to division during divorce. Colorado's equitable distribution statute requires a fair split of marital assets in the event of a...
A divorce is a big change for parents and children. While parents deal with the complicated legal matter of untangling a marriage, children are often confused. They may feel scared, powerless and frustrated or angry. Parents going through a divorce who want to prepare...
In Colorado, marital property is divided equitably based upon the value on the day of the divorce, unless the parties agree otherwise. “Equitably” does not mean equal. The court’s division of marital property need not be exactly equal - just fair. Nonetheless, the...
When married business owners decide to divorce, the process can be complex and involve various legal, financial and practical considerations. Plus, there is a good chance that the business itself is one of their most valuable assets. When couples craft prenuptial or...
Dating during a divorce is a debatable subject. Is it allowed or not? Colorado is a no-fault state – you can divorce on the grounds that the marriage is irretrievably broken. Therefore, the court will not consider the fact that you could technically be committing...
