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A question our Wheat Ridge family law attorneys often hear is, "What makes a common law marriage?" In Jefferson County as well as all across Colorado, there are three important elements that a couple must meet in order to be considered in a common law marriage in...
When Wheat Ridge divorce proceedings are started, it can go one of two ways: contested or uncontested. An amicable court case, where the parties agree to the key terms of the proceedings, is known as an uncontested divorce. On the other hand, when a party refuses to...
In Wheat Ridge Colorado, you can absolutely represent yourself in divorce proceedings. However, that doesn't mean it's a smart choice. Just because you can get the job done, doesn't necessarily mean you should. When your children, home and assets are at stake, it is...
Maintenance was formerly called alimony. Starting on January 1, 2014, Colorado's statute concerning maintenance will be changed. The judges will have a formula based on the number of years of marriage to determine the amount of post divorce maintenance. You should...
Most people think that all assets in the divorce process are divided exactly 50/50. However, property does not have to be divided equally, just equitably and justly. The relevant statute (Colorado Revised Statutes § 14-10-113. Disposition of property) says, in part:...
There are two types of property in Colorado: 1) Separate Property and 2) Marital Property. Marital property is all property you and your spouse have acquired during the marriage which does not fit into the definition of separate property. Separate property is any...
A very common error in divorce settlements is comparing pre-taxed assets to after-taxed assets or comparing assets that are immediately available to assets which are not. Consider all tax implications or you may not be receiving a fair settlement. Consult with your...
There are many requirements for disclosing information in your divorce process. Missing one could be catastrophic when it comes to division of the assets in your final agreements. Read on to find some strategies to try and mistakes to avoid. The court requires that...
While it is possible to represent yourself in any court proceeding, it is not always advisable. There are many intricacies to the legal process that, if unknown, can cause you to leave your marriage and subsequent divorce in a compromised financial situation. The...
If you are going through a divorce or legal separation in Colorado, there are a number of factors to consider in making sure that your assets and liabilities are fairly divided by the court. It is important, whether you have high income and substantial assets or not,...