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You may not have heard of collaborative law, but it can be a solid option for divorcing couples who want a less combative split. Picture two people and their lawyers sitting at a table to make clear choices about money, parenting and property. Collaborative law gives...
While most people have heard of mediation as a way of settling disputes, only some know that it is also an integrated part of the divorce process in Colorado family courts. A judge can order the parties to attend mediation if they do not agree on all the issues. If...
The selection of a mediator in your family law matter is an important process that affects the outcome of your case. There are a handful of considerations to make during your selection process. Who Can Mediate in Colorado? In Colorado, mediation is governed under Colorado Revised Statutes § 13-22-301. The State of Colorado does not certify, license, or otherwise regulate…
When going through the normal court process, if you believe there was an error made by the judge, you can appeal most orders entered in the trial court by a higher court. The higher court has the option of affirming the order, overturning the order, or sending it back down to the trial court with instruction to revisit the order.…
If you need a path to resolution in your family law case but are trying to avoid appearing in front of a judge who your case is randomly assigned to, you may have considered arbitration. But what is arbitration and how do you get started? Arbitration is a dispute resolution process where parties agree to hire a private, neutral professional…
Making the decision to file for divorce can be scary and often presents many questions for both spouses. It is a common misconception that the only way to divorce your spouse is through litigation. While litigation may be necessary in your case to protect your interests, many families reach complete or partial resolution of their family law case outside of…
If you are going through the process of litigating a divorce or family law matter, the stress of the unknown can often be the worst part. Putting your family’s future in the hands of a judge or magistrate is hard to swallow and can be daunting. The alternative to going to court and letting a judge make decisions about your…
If you are involved in a family law court case, you will likely be ordered by the Court to attempt to resolve the disputed issue with the Opposing Party through mediation. Many people, especially those entrenched in a hotly contested issue involving their family, do not think that mediation will be productive and wonder why it is required. Mediation is,…
Divorce is, undoubtedly, one of the most difficult times in a person’s life. Your family changes, your goals evolve, and your financial circumstances shift. For many people, healing and recovery from divorce does not begin until after the divorce is finalized. The process of going through the court system to get a divorce can be riddled with uncertainty, anxiety, and…
