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May 21, 2024 | Divorce

Contested Vs. Uncontested Divorces in Colorado

Colorado has two types of divorce cases: contested and uncontested. This distinction can impact how long your divorce case will take and how you ultimately resolve it. The experienced Boulder divorce lawyers from Stahly Mehrtens Miner LLC help with contested and uncontested divorces. Here is what you need to know about these cases and how…

May 6, 2024 | Family Law

What Is an Initial Status Conference?

An initial status conference is an essential step in a Colorado divorce. Many divorcing couples get a preview of the divorce case at this point in the case. An experienced Boulder family law attorney from Stahly Mehrtens Miner LLC can guide you through this step and all other steps in a Colorado divorce. Here is…

April 26, 2024 | Family Law

What Is a Memorandum of Understanding?

A memorandum of understanding is often used in the mediation process when spouses are divorcing. In the realm of family law, a memorandum of understanding (MOU) is a non-binding agreement made between two parties to outline their intent in regard to legal matters of divorce. MOUs are not formal contracts, rather they act as blueprints…

April 10, 2024 | Divorce, Family Law

The Difference Between Divorce and Legal Separation in Colorado

Navigating the intricacies of family law in Colorado can be complex, especially when it comes to understanding the distinctions between divorce and legal separation. Legal separation and divorce in Colorado will achieve essentially the same outcome, but they have vastly different legal implications. It is important to understand those differences when making your decision, and…

March 25, 2024 | Child Support

How Does Remarriage Affect Child Support in Colorado?

In most cases, the remarriage of either parent does not affect child support in Colorado. A parent’s remarriage is not a statutory reason to modify a child support obligation because a new spouse’s income is not considered when calculating child support from a previous relationship. There are few circumstances where remarriage may affect child support…

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