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10 Signs Your Spouse is Hiding Assets (Colorado)
May 12, 2021
Download the 10 Signs Your Spouse is Hiding Assets guide. In Colorado, spouses are entitled to equitable division of marital property,...

A Guide to Choosing the Right Colorado Family Law Attorney
Jul 23, 2018
This guide reviews “why” hire an attorney and how to find the right attorney for your divorce.
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Answers to Frequently Asked Questions about Colorado Alimony
Apr 26, 2023
In Colorado, spousal maintenance, also known as “alimony,” is often awarded to one spouse after divorce. Most people know t...

Appeal a Family Court Order
Jan 11, 2022
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...

Avoid a Texas Alimony Disaster
Aug 15, 2022
Often in a marriage, one spouse will earn a higher income than the other. The other spouse may work part-time, handle household duties,...

Can I Afford to Get Divorced in Colorado and Keep My Kids
Dec 1, 2018
You know you’re unhappy in your marriage, but you don’t know what to do about it. You tried marriage counseling or couples’ therapy, bu...

Can I Deduct My Alimony Payments?
Apr 5, 2023
Updated 4/4/2023 Until 2018, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) allowed paying spouses to deduct spousal support payments and required ...

Can I modify an alimony order after divorce in Texas?
Dec 22, 2022
Modifications to alimony, legally known as spousal support in Texas, can be difficult to receive. We provide answers to some of the mos...

Colorado Alimony: What You Should Know Before Divorce
Sep 19, 2019
Colorado is considered to be an alimony-friendly state. So, if you’re contemplating divorce or have already begun the process, we encou...

Divorcing Your Disabled Spouse: What to Consider
Sep 6, 2022
Divorce is never easy. If you are contemplating leaving a spouse who has a disability, matters become further complicated. Your spouse ...

Do I Need a Lawyer for My Divorce?
Oct 12, 2021
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...

FAQ: Men’s Rights During a Colorado Divorce
Jan 23, 2023
For many years, family law was not particularly friendly to men. Courts often relied on antiquated gender roles to make decisions about...

FAQ: Texas Alimony
Jan 25, 2023
It has been called “the ransom that the happy pay to the devil.” Then again, when it comes to alimony, you rarely find anyone who is ha...

FAQ: What Should I Know About Getting Divorced in Colorado?
Jun 7, 2022
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...

FAQ: What types of income are included in alimony payments in a Texas divorce?
Feb 10, 2023
Calculating spousal maintenance can get tricky in Texas divorce cases. This article answers some common questions about this issue and ...

High Asset Divorce: Protect Your Interests
Mar 4, 2022
Divorcing couples with substantial assets have additional considerations when it comes to spousal maintenance and property division. If...

How Do You Calculate Alimony in Colorado?
Apr 19, 2023
Spousal maintenance, commonly referred to as alimony or spousal support, is meant to get the lower-earning spouse back on their feet af...

How Does Domestic Violence Affect Spousal Maintenance?
Jan 9, 2023
A lack of financial resources can keep people stuck in an abusive marriage. Your spouse may limit your access to money, earn a higher i...

How Long Do I Get Alimony in Colorado?
May 4, 2023
Alimony, often called spousal maintenance or spousal support in Colorado, refers to periodic payments made by a higher-earning spouse t...

How Preexisting Child Support Affects New Alimony
Jan 21, 2022
Parents getting divorced who already have preexisting child support obligations may wonder how they’ll meet all of their financial resp...

If I Lose My Job, Do I Still Have To Pay Alimony In Colorado?
Apr 17, 2023
The sudden loss of employment can catch anyone off guard. You may lose certainty over what you can afford until you find a new job — an...

Is it Possible to Avoid Paying Alimony in Texas?
Jan 10, 2023
This is a common scenario: spouses decide to end their marriage, and they don’t want to drag it out; but one of them is concerned havin...

Learn About Your Alimony and Maintenance Rights
Aug 16, 2018
If you’re like many people in the midst of divorce, your heart sinks every time you think about the issue of alimony. You may feel disc...

Lifelong Alimony in Colorado
May 3, 2022
Alimony, also referred to as spousal support or spousal maintenance, is a legal obligation one spouse has to provide financial support ...

Men’s Rights During Divorce
Sep 13, 2022
For many years, family law was not particularly friendly to men. Courts often relied on antiquated gender roles to make decisions about...

Modifying Parenting Time & Alimony
Aug 13, 2018
Modifications to divorce decrees may be difficult, and having an experienced attorney on your side is almost a necessity.
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Retirement Benefits Can Count as Income for Alimony Determinations
Mar 4, 2022
Divorcing Coloradans may be surprised to learn that some retirement benefits can count as income for alimony determination. in Colorado...

The Coloradan’s Guide to Avoid Paying Alimony
Apr 20, 2023
Let’s be honest, few people who are getting a divorce want to financially support their ex-spouse in the future. In Colorado, though, m...

Three Ways to Decrease Your Alimony Payments
May 4, 2023
One of your priorities as a parent is supporting your children, both financially and emotionally. However, your financial circumstances...

Uncovering the Truth in a Texas Divorce: How a Private Investigator Can Help
Jan 29, 2023
Unfortunately, divorce can bring out the worst in people. Your spouse may waste marital assets, lie about having an affair, or try to c...

What Counts as Income for Alimony
Feb 17, 2022
Colorado courts consider a number of factors when awarding alimony including how much each spouse makes. Determining your income can be...

Why Do Men Have to Pay Alimony?
Jan 26, 2023
The late American actor John Barrymore observed a century ago that “You never realize how short a month is until you pay alimony.” Barr...

Why You Should Hire a Colorado Divorce Attorney
Mar 9, 2023
Divorce is a painful process. There’s no denying that. It’s perfectly acceptable to want to get it over with as quickly as possible. Ho...

Will You Lose Your Retirement in Your Divorce?
Mar 25, 2021
A common question our family law attorneys receive from individuals considering or in the midst of divorce is: will I lose my retiremen...