Divorce

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...

When you own more than one property in Colorado, divorce or co-owner disputes can reshape your financial life. Real estate may be your single largest asset class so how it is divided matters. How Colorado classifies multiple properties Colorado uses a “fair division”...

A fundamental part of divorce relies on dividing assets and debt is one of them. Untangling it can add stress to an already emotionally charged separation. In Colorado, there are straightforward rules for doing so. Here are some of them. Is classification important?...

A high-asset divorce creates pressure to protect what matters most to you. Colorado courts look at more than the property you own right now. They also consider each spouse’s future earning capacity, which can shift the balance in a complex case. How courts view...

Divorce brings stress even when both people want to keep things peaceful. In Colorado, two options help couples settle issues without a long court fight: mediation and collaborative law. Each one works differently. Learning the basics enables you to choose the process...