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Divorce can get messy. But, you should take your time, get the right attorney and make sure that you don’t complicate your life forever...

Modifications to divorce decrees may be difficult, and having an experienced attorney on your side is almost a necessity.

Robinson & Henry client Cynthia shares her journey to achieving a 50/50 custody arrangement. In family law, navigating complex cust...

Divorce with children has its own challenges and opportunities in the digital age. The ubiquity of smartphones, texting, social media, ...

There’s a misconception that when kids of divorced parents turn a certain age – most people think around 12 or 13 – they ge...

Divorce can end an unworkable marriage. Unfortunately, it does not always end the bickering, pettiness, or unwillingness to cooperate b...

You may believe possession and access arrangements are set in stone once your divorce is finalized. This is not always the case because...

The hardest thing about divorce with children is preserving family ties while splitting up the parents. Colorado courts want parents to...

Is there a feeling more nerve-wracking than the one you get waiting for a family court judge to issue a decision? After all, these ruli...

At Robinson & Henry, we understand that divorce is one of the most stressful events you’ll experience in your lifetime. Our k...

Divorce brings a tidal wave of emotions, among them uncertainty. Who will keep the house? Where will my children live? Will I have to p...

Divorces with children and custody dispute matters are among the most contentious family law cases. Emotions run high because there is ...

Cary Grant once said that divorce is a game played by lawyers. That’s fair enough as wry observations go. But divorce is no game to the...

The rule of law philosophy assumes that good people will follow it. Unfortunately, people are not always on their best behavior outside...

Divorce cases involving children can quickly escalate. Even parents who swore they would stay civil for the kids can find themselves em...

“Stay together for the kids.” That’s the advice often given to people who are contemplating divorce. However, this conventional wisdom ...

Getting divorced usually means you and your spouse are past the point of working things out. While your marriage may be ending, you sti...

It’s an unfortunate reality that marriages end and families split up. Maybe a new job or relationship brought you and your child to Col...

The end of your marriage or relationship should not threaten the bond between you and your child or children. Unfortunately, estranged ...

It’s 9 p.m. Sunday and your children were due back three hours ago from parenting time at their other parent’s house. You’ve repeatedly...

Many parents wonder if getting sole custody is possible in their Colorado family law case. The first thing they need to know is that, i...

Have you ever referred to your dog or cat as your ”child”? You’re not alone–80 percent of owners view their pets as family members, acc...

Parenting is hard. Step-parenting can be even harder. When you married someone who had children from a previous relationship, you took ...

Navigating Colorado custody cases when a parent or child has a disability can be a challenge. Divorces that include child custody disag...

A child flourishes when both parents play an active role in their lives. As a father, you have the right to spend time with your childr...

Being able to freely move around is a fundamental right in the U.S. When it comes to family law, the court does not have the authority ...

Some parents who aren’t together anymore decide to keep custody issues out of the court and simply trust each other to do right by thei...

In divorce and custody matters, the court will allow both parents parenting time with their children unless it would “endanger the chil...

Shared custody, with both parents actively participating in their children’s lives, is typically the ideal post-divorce situation. But ...

When you’re married, vacations, holidays and family traditions are a shared experience. Divorce forces you and your ex to divide these ...

Your marriage has ended, and you want the children in your primary care. Whether you believe you’re the more reliable parent or you hav...

If you’re a dad going through divorce, you may wonder how long it’s going to take for you to get visitation with your kids. The answer:...

For many years, family law was not particularly friendly to men. Courts often relied on antiquated gender roles to make decisions about...

Life is fleeting. As it happens, so are many marriages. The ending of either can be unfortunate and untimely. However, the tragedy is c...

Divorce with children is stressful. Determining who gets what rights to the kids can turn an otherwise amicable divorce into bitter, pr...

Whether you’re a parent considering divorce or one who’s thinking about filing a motion to get more parenting time, youR...

Getting divorced is never an easy thing. There’s so much to sort out, and if there are children, determining how to share parental righ...

Change is part of life. For better or worse, even the most well-considered arrangements must be updated from time to time, including pa...

Learn about the complex laws applicable to same-sex couples from our dedicated divorce attorneys at Robinson & Henry

Nearly half of all American marriages end in divorce. Often, people leave their spouses or long-term partners seeking a fresh start, bu...

For many years, family law was not particularly friendly to men. Courts often relied on antiquated gender roles to make decisions about...

Paternity cases involving genetic testing are common in the practice of family law. The stakes can get pretty high. A paternity suit ru...

When a woman gives birth to a child – unless she carried another couple’s fertilized embryo to term – there’s no doub...

You’ve brought a child into the world but now realize you cannot provide the level of care the child needs. This is a heart-wrenching m...

When parents split up, unfortunately, children are often caught in the crossfire. The emotional strain of divorce coupled with a desire...

It’s healthy for children to form attachments to adults who are not their biological parents, such as stepparents. Unfortunately, somet...

Many parents contemplating divorce want to know if Colorado family courts always award 50-50 parenting time. In this short article and ...

Contentious custody cases happen despite one or both parties’ best efforts to keep things as low conflict as possible. So, what s...

Divorced parents who share joint decision-making must agree on many important issues, including major medical decisions like vaccinatio...

Our divorce lawyers get this question a lot: should I move out of the house before the divorce is final? We cannot make that decision f...

The outcome of your custody or divorce case can have major implications on your life for years to come. If you believe the judge made a...

R&H Invokes Hague Convention to Obtain Full Custody for Client By the time he reached out to Robinson & Henry, John was growing...

Contrary to the prevailing “stranger danger” narrative, nearly all missing children are actually victims of parental kidnapping. Parent...

Child abduction is a parent’s worst nightmare. Unfortunately, that nightmare all too often becomes reality, particularly in conte...

Family Law Team Helps Client with Immunocompromised Child Find Peace of Mind Imagine this scenario: Your child is severely immunocompro...

You do not need a lawyer to get a divorce in Colorado, but you risk a bad settlement if you do it by yourself. For some people, a D-I-Y...

If your child is going through a divorce, has become unable to care for their children, or is deceased, you may be deeply concerned abo...

Parental alienation is a difficult reality for some parents who go through a divorce. Hostile and passive-aggressive behavior directed ...

The pandemic has created a lot of questions for divorced parents. A question our Family Law Team has received quite a bit is: can you d...

Dad’s rights are equal to mom’s rights, in Colorado – meaning both parents have an equal opportunity to raise their c...

Robinson & Henry Client Wins Big in Custody Case Introduction When parents split up under bitter circumstances, ex-partners can go ...

Sticking to your custody agreement is very important, as it is part of your overall court-ordered parenting plan. So what happens when ...

Shared parenting agreements are primarily designed to be in the best interest of the child or children. The needs and abilities of the ...

A common question our family law attorneys get on a regular basis is: is mediation required? The answer is: yes. Family law attorney Al...

Colorado family courts consider a number of factors when determining parenting time. Family Law attorney Niki Miller shares what you ca...

Moving on after divorce can be one of the most difficult parts of the entire process. You may still be angry, resentful, or flat out te...

It can be difficult to relocate with your children after your divorce. That’s why it is important to know how you can properly pr...

While mothers have special challenges in family law cases, it’s important to remember that the law is gender-blind. The rights of each ...

The family court deals primarily with the problems of children and their families. Going into court it’s hard to know what to exp...

A divorce with children can sometimes be difficult and frustrating. It’s important to make sure you have a solid parenting plan p...

Courts take allegations of domestic violence very seriously and it can in fact impact your parenting rights and also your custody of th...

No. 1 Spend Time With Your Kids NOW One of the best ways to build your case for more parenting time is to exercise your current custody...

Developing a parenting time plan that makes sense for you and your family is a critical part of the divorce process, helping to create ...