Like most states in the country, Colorado law also mandates separated parents to contribute financially to their children’s upbringing. Also referred to as child support, this order helps ensure that their children can continue to grow with stability in their lives....
Year: 2025
4 things to know about a first-time DUI
A first-time DUI may seem like a small mistake, but the truth is, even a minor incident can carry serious and long-term consequences. The legal process can be confusing, but understanding what to expect and taking careful steps can make a real difference. Here are...
Modifying custody order in Colorado: Mediation vs. court
Life is constantly changing and so are the needs of your children. When a significant change happens after a divorce or separation, your custody agreement or parenting plan may no longer work. In Colorado, the law allows you to modify these orders. The process,...
How much impact can adultery have on a Colorado divorce?
Cheating or adultery has long been one of the most common reasons for divorce. Even before no-fault divorce was common, people with proof of infidelity could sometimes legally end their marriages. Information technology has made it easier than ever before for spouses...
When a child outgrows their existing parenting plan
Creating a parenting plan with a working schedule for any family is a challenge. Especially if parents separate while children are still relatively young, there may be limitations on how much time they can spend away from their primary caregiver. Parents often start...
A fresh start: A legal checklist for life after divorce
With the final divorce papers signed, a new chapter of your life begins. While a divorce decree makes the end of your marriage legally official, it is not the final step in the process. After what can be a lengthy and emotionally draining legal journey, many people...
If you are facing criminal charges, AI is not your friend
In a world where artificial intelligence is becoming part of everyday life, it may be tempting to turn to AI for help with serious legal problems—including criminal charges. But if you're facing prosecution, relying on AI to guide your decisions, craft your defense or...
What assets can remain separate property when people divorce?
When spouses divorce in Colorado, they have the option of settling with one another. They can present the courts with an agreement regarding their assets and debts as part of an uncontested divorce. If they cannot settle their financial matters independently, then...
When can defendants appeal a Colorado criminal conviction?
Choosing to fight pending criminal charges is never an easy decision. People have to commit months of their time to preparing a defense strategy. Instead of resolving the matter quickly with a plea, they have to endure legal limbo that may last for a year or even...
What does it mean for a marriage to be irretrievably broken?
People preparing for divorce often have many questions about the process. They may wonder if they need to prove anything specific about the marriage to qualify for divorce. As a no-fault divorce state, Colorado does not recognize any fault-based grounds for divorce....