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December 20, 2024 | Child Custody, Family Law

What Is the First Right of Refusal in Child Custody Cases?

The first right of refusal is a provision that may be included in custody agreements and child custody orders in Colorado. It allows a parent the right to care for their child when the parent with the scheduled parenting time cannot. It was only relatively recently introduced into Colorado law. Here is what you need…

November 26, 2024 | Child Custody, Family Law

How to File for Emergency Child Custody

If you are concerned about the safety of your child while in the custody of the other parent, Colorado law allows for the filing of an emergency child custody petition to protect your child. This legal process could result in a change in custody in as little as 24 hours, but its application is reserved…

Understanding Contempt of Court in Family Law

If you are subject to a family law order and are accused of violating it or your ex continues to violate an order, contempt of court could apply. Here is what to know about these proceedings What Is Contempt of Court? Contempt of court refers to actions that disrespect the authority of a court. Contempt…

Why You Might Need a Divorce Lawyer Even with a Prenup

What is a Prenup? A prenup or prenuptial agreement is a legal contract signed by future spouses before marriage created by the Uniform Premarital and Marital Agreements Act in 1983. Colorado adopted this act in 2014 under Colorado Stat. §14-2-301. A prenup defines property rights and financial obligations between future spouses. It designates the division of…

August 27, 2021 | Child Custody, Firm News

Should you let your child choose their custody schedule?

When you have an older child who has an opinion about your divorce, one of the things you may consider is allowing them to have some say in their custody schedule. Young teens and young adults may be frustrated or annoyed about the divorce. They could be struggling to process what this means for their…

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