Divorce

Emotions tend to run high in the early stages of divorce. One spouse might prioritize protecting themselves, while the other might want to minimize the conflict that arises. Spouses seeking peaceful or cooperative divorces might propose committing to a collaborative...

Some marriages reach a point where divorce is the only way out. When you realize your marriage is ending, the steps you take early can protect your financial future and your relationship with your children. Delaying action may leave you vulnerable in ways that become...

Divorce is rarely simple. When both spouses disagree on major issues, the process can take longer and involve more steps. In Denver, contested divorces often touch on property, finances and child custody. Knowing how the process typically unfolds can help you...

If you are going through a divorce while unemployed, you may worry that your lack of income puts you at a disadvantage. Many people fear that their current unemployment will count against them. In Colorado, divorce does not work that way. Courts examine the full...

Perhaps you were both finishing up school and starting demanding professions. Neither want a fancy wedding, so you decide to simply hold yourself out as a married couple. In Colorado, as long as you both agree to it, are free to marry, live together at the same...

Divorce later in life often raises different concerns than divorce earlier on. You may have built decades of shared income, savings, and plans for retirement together. When divorce happens close to retirement, certain financial and planning issues deserve closer...

For many divorcees, returning to a maiden name represents a symbolic fresh start. Reclaiming the name you had before marriage can feel like an important step toward rebuilding the independent identity you once had. Whether you want to reconnect with your pre-marriage...

It is a requirement for divorced couples in Colorado to divide their marital properties, though the division differs with every case. Numerous factors can potentially affect how assets are split between a couple, and courts will always consider them when determining...

The fastest and most private divorces typically require cooperation. Spouses agree to settle matters outside of court by working together or adhering to the terms set in a prenuptial agreement instead of fighting during the divorce proceedings. Occasionally, divorce...

Divorce ends a marriage, but money can keep people linked after the split. Spousal maintenance (alimony) can provide needed financial support after divorce, but it does not always last forever. Whether you are in a position to pay or receive alimony, knowing when...