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September 30, 2024 | Divorce, Spousal Support

The Difference Between Temporary and Permanent Spousal Maintenance Orders

Spousal maintenance, often referred to as alimony, is a financial payment made by one spouse to the other spouse as part of a legal separation or divorce. Under Colorado Revised Statutes § 14-10-114, spousal maintenance can be awarded when one spouse needs financial assistance and the other can pay. The spouses can agree to the…

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…

January 18, 2024 | Spousal Support

How Does Remarriage Affect Spousal Maintenance in Colorado?

Spousal maintenance in Colorado is court-ordered financial support paid by one spouse to another. Spousal maintenance may be ordered during a divorce action or upon the legal pronouncement of a divorce. To receive spousal maintenance in Boulder, the spouse desiring support must ask the court for a spousal maintenance order. The court will then determine…

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