Divorces between couples over age 50 and married for several years could involve complex issues. The complexity often stems from an accumulation of assets. When considering a retirement strategy, property division may become a priority issue. Under Colorado's...
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What Colorado couples should know about postnuptial agreements
The need for a postnuptial agreement may arise during a marriage for any number of reasons. Prenuptial agreements are usually preferable. However, if a couple failed to create a marital contract prior to officially tying the knot, a postnuptial agreement is an option....
Copyright and art in divorce
When people create pieces of art in the United States, it falls under copyright protections immediately. This is grants exclusivity to artists regarding what they do or do not do with the art. Artistic expression encompasses a lot of concepts and mediums. Novels,...
Reducing financial loss during your divorce
You have worked hard for your money and probably feel frustrated that divorce threatens to diminish your assets. Even though you will need to split your finances, you can use divorce as leverage to rebuild your wealth. Knowing what to do and which behaviors to avoid...
Making child support payments in Colorado
In addition to understanding the different factors courts review when awarding child support, it is very important to go over your payment options if you have to pay child support. Many parents have support withheld by employers, but this does not apply to every...
What are the Colorado Child Support Guidelines?
Under state law, both parents of a child have a legal obligation to provide financially for that child. The main reason for child support is to enforce this obligation. The Colorado Child Support Guidelines, according to the Colorado Judicial Branch, help courts to...
How does parallel parenting work?
Divorce is one of the most challenging events a person experiences in his or her life. Sometimes, separation from your spouse becomes complicated or toxic. You may have difficulty communicating with your ex following the split. According to Healthline, married couples...
What happens with debt in a divorce?
Colorado courts apply the doctrine of equitable distribution when deciding what property each spouse will take after a divorce. The goal of this approach to division is to create an outcome that is fair and equitable to both parties. Judges take the same approach to...
How much time should children spend with both parents?
Despite the divorce, your children continue to be your top priority. If you are like most parents, you still want the best possible outcome for them. How do you choose the best course of action following a divorce? Should children spend more time with one parent over...
Why is gray divorce more common now?
Gray divorce occurs in individuals over the age of 55. The name comes from the hair color of older adults. In the past, divorce was not common among older generations for various reasons. However, in recent years, gray divorce is becoming more common. Business Insider...