When deciding who gets custody of a child in Colorado, courts focus on what is best for the child. For kids with neurodivergent conditions like autism, ADHD, or other developmental differences, judges may need to think about extra details to make sure their needs are...
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The impact of mental health and appearance on custody
Going through a divorce is tough, especially when children are involved. If you are a parent in Colorado struggling with mental illness, you may wonder if this could affect or impact your chances of gaining custody of your children. When courts in Colorado make...
Ways to minimize conflict in your co-parenting relationship
Whether you are contemplating or already proceeding into the divorce process, you probably have some questions and concerns about your future. This can especially be true if you are a parent since bringing your marriage to an end can have an impact in many areas of...
Is joint custody the ideal option for your family?
Your divorce is going to have an inevitable impact on your children. You know that the decision to end your marriage will have lifelong impacts that could have a negative effect. However, there are things you can do that will allow you to minimize these negative...
The difference in various types of child custody
One of your main concerns for your divorce likely pertains to your children and how this decision will affect them. It is critical for Colorado parents to be cognizant of the potential impact their divorce can have on the children, and they should make decisions that...
Contempt: 3 Typical Scenarios
Throughout your domestic relations case you will receive various different Court Orders. Most parties abide by these Orders, and follow the law. But, sometimes, a party decides not to follow an Order, requiring the innocent party to initiate a contempt action. A...
Calculating Your Income: Three Reasons Why it Matters
If you’re dealing with a domestic relations case in Colorado, be it parenting time, child support, divorce, or otherwise, chances are you’ve had to disclose your current monthly income, as well as other relevant financial information. The disclosure of financial...
Mediation: Five Things to Know Before You Negotiate
If you’re dealing with a domestic relations or family law issue in Colorado, there is a high likelihood that you are required to participate in mediation. Mediation is a confidential process where you enter into settlement negotiations with the other side, in an...
Negotiating a Parenting Plan: 3 Things NOT to do
Negotiating a Parenting Plan can be difficult and tedious. However, as most Judges will explain to you, reaching a compromise regarding your children is far better than having a Judge decide your fate. Like everything, doing things right the first time around will...
Parenting Time Motions: Three Types of Modifications
What happens when the schedule you currently have no longer works for your kids? In that situation, you may need a modification of parenting time. Here are three common types of modifications: Motion to Modify Parenting Time – this is a very common motion, which...