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November 6, 2019 | Firm News

Domestic violence, divorce and mental health

When it comes to reasons for a divorce, there may be various explanations as to why a marriage falls apart. Some may be seen as relatively minor, such as a couple simply growing apart over the course of their marriage. However, some divorces are initiated by very serious issues, such as domestic violence. Furthermore, domestic…

October 29, 2019 | Firm News

The 50/50 situation of splitting property

Colorado’s common law stance on property division, assuming no other agreement has been formerly established, pursues an even fifty-fifty split for both parties. That might be as easy as dividing the dollar amount of marital assets sold. Colorado state law makes specific mention of many examples: The contribution of each spouse in acquiring marital property…

October 19, 2019 | Firm News

Why shouldn’t you hide your assets?

As part of a couple in Colorado who is getting a divorce, you will have many trials, tribulations, and hurdles to go through. Emotions will undoubtedly run high. It’s not surprising that one or both of you may be thinking of ways to spite the other. Some may even be considering hiding some of your…

October 9, 2019 | Firm News

Identifying all types of marital property

Going through a divorce can be emotionally overwhelming, especially when faced with a myriad of details that must be negotiated in the final divorce settlement. One of the most difficult topics to settle may be separating marital property. In Colorado, and in many other states in the nation, marital property is divided in a fair…

September 23, 2019 | Firm News

The biggest issue for a divorcing stay at home mom

Many years ago, it was normal for mothers to stay home with the children and fathers to go to work. This changed gradually for lower- and middle-income households when families needed two incomes. However, for upper income families, many mothers do stay home, which can lead to complications in a divorce in Colorado. When you…

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