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Senior Divorce in Colorado
Sep 29, 2023
Young adults aren’t getting divorced as much as they used to, but older adults seem to be making up for those splits. The Pew Research ...

Divorcing a Previous Spouse for the Second Time
Sep 18, 2023
Yes, it happens. You may even be living proof: People with the loveliest intentions can still make the same mistake twice. It’s … perpl...

How Do You Know If You’re Common Law Married?
Sep 12, 2023
Colorado is one of the few States that recognizes common law marriage. This is convenient to Centennial Staters who’d rather just choos...

Protect Your Money from Marital Waste During Divorce
Sep 7, 2023
Do you know where your estranged spouse is tonight? Maybe it’s easy right now to tell yourself you don’t care. Accusations were made. D...

At What Age Can Your Child Decide Where to Live?
Sep 1, 2023
The hardest thing about divorce with children is preserving family ties while splitting up the parents. Colorado courts want parents to...

Can Your Spouse Foot the Bill for Your Divorce Attorney?
Aug 31, 2023
One unfortunate reason people stay in unhappy marriages is money, or the lack of it. After all, the average divorce costs around $13,00...

Your Roadmap through the Family Law Appeals Process
Aug 22, 2023
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...

Can I Deduct My Alimony Payments?
Aug 19, 2023
Until 2018, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) allowed paying spouses to deduct spousal support payments and required the receiving spo...

3 Reasons a D-I-Y Divorce is Not Right for You
Aug 15, 2023
The dissolution of a marriage is almost always an upsetting event. In addition there can be many challenges that require time, energy, ...

How to Get Full Custody in Colorado
Aug 15, 2023
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...

What are My Rights if I Don’t Have a Custody Agreement in Colorado?
Aug 15, 2023
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...

How to Tell (and What to Do) if Your Spouse is Cheating on You
Aug 15, 2023
Infidelity, or “cheating,” is one of the most common reasons for divorce, and for the breakdown of relationships in general. An extra-m...

FAQ: What Should I Know About Getting Divorced in Colorado?
Aug 15, 2023
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...

How to Talk to Your Kids About Divorce
Aug 15, 2023
Children look to their parents for security, and divorce inevitably shifts the family foundation a child has come to rely on. That’s wh...

Enforcing the Terms of Your Separation Agreement
Aug 9, 2023
A divorce decree is more than a document declaring the end of a marriage. It is a court order. Some ex-spouses forget this. They drag t...

What You Need to Know about Contempt of Court in Colorado Family Law Cases
Aug 9, 2023
The rule of law philosophy assumes that good people will follow it. Unfortunately, people are not always on their best behavior outside...

Learn the Frequently Used Terms in Your Colorado Family Law Case
Aug 9, 2023
You’re probably familiar with terms such as “child custody” and “alimony.” However, you may not hear thos...

Survive Divorce: A How-To Guide
Jul 27, 2023
At Robinson & Henry, we understand that divorce is one of the most stressful events you’ll experience in your lifetime. Our k...

10 Signs Your Spouse is Hiding Assets (Colorado)
Jul 20, 2023
Download the 10 Signs Your Spouse is Hiding Assets guide. You probably trusted the person you married. But divorce can twist spouses i...

Tips for Divorcing a Narcissist
Jul 10, 2023
Divorce is hard enough. Often overlooked is how who you’re divorcing can determine how much turmoil you’ll endure before the judge sign...

Business Valuation for Divorce
Jun 22, 2023
Divorce is an inherently messy process. Dividing a business during divorce proceedings can feel like pouring gasoline onto an already v...

How a Private Investigator Can Benefit Your Divorce
Jun 2, 2023
You may need an expert to find certain evidence and to complete specific tasks for your divorce. A private investigator can perform a n...

Navigating Colorado Custody Cases When a Parent or Child Has a Disability
May 10, 2023
Navigating Colorado custody cases when a parent or child has a disability can be a challenge. Divorces that include child custody disag...

How to Get Mediation in Your Colorado Child Custody Case
May 10, 2023
Getting divorced usually means you and your spouse are past the point of working things out. While your marriage may be ending, you sti...

A Lawyer’s Insider Tips and Strategies for Your Colorado Child Custody Case
May 10, 2023
The end of your marriage or relationship should not threaten the bond between you and your child or children. Unfortunately, estranged ...

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...

Answers to Frequently Asked Questions about Colorado Alimony
Apr 28, 2023
In Colorado, spousal maintenance, also known as “alimony,” is often awarded to one spouse after divorce. Most people know t...

Do I Need a Lawyer for My Divorce?
Apr 25, 2023
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...

Do I Need a Divorce Lawyer for Mediation?
Apr 25, 2023
Having an attorney at mediation could give you a winning edge. If you’re getting divorced, Colorado courts will require you to at...

Do Colorado Divorce Courts Divide Marital Property Equally?
Apr 25, 2023
A common question our family law attorneys receive from new clients is: how is marital property divided? More specifically, clients wan...

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...

How Do You Calculate Alimony in Colorado?
Apr 20, 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 to Find the Best Family Law Attorney for Your Colorado Divorce
Apr 19, 2023
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...

Can a Stepparent Get Custody Rights in Colorado?
Apr 4, 2023
Parenting is hard. Step-parenting can be even harder. When you married someone who had children from a previous relationship, you took ...

What Does Getting an Annulment Mean in Colorado?
Mar 28, 2023
There’s more than one way to end a marriage with your living spouse. The most common way is divorce. Annulment is another way to ...

Six Things to do if You Suspect Your Spouse is Considering Divorce
Mar 28, 2023
You love your spouse. You aren’t thinking about divorce. You may not be as connected as you once were, but that’s normal. Y...

Moving On After Divorce
Mar 28, 2023
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...

Dividing Retirement Accounts During a Colorado Divorce
Mar 28, 2023
Colorado courts have long held that retirement accounts are just as much a part of marital property as any other investment or savings ...

FAQ: Men’s Rights During a Colorado Divorce
Mar 28, 2023
For many years, family law was not particularly friendly to men. Courts often relied on antiquated gender roles to make decisions about...

What Counts as Income for Alimony
Mar 23, 2023
Colorado courts consider a number of factors when awarding alimony including how much each spouse makes. Determining your income can be...

Why You Should Hire a Colorado Divorce Attorney
Mar 23, 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...

Colorado Alimony: What You Should Know Before Divorce
Mar 23, 2023
Colorado is considered to be an alimony-friendly state. So, if you’re contemplating divorce or have already begun the process, we encou...

Lifelong Alimony in Colorado
Mar 23, 2023
Alimony, also referred to as spousal support or spousal maintenance, is a legal obligation one spouse has to provide financial support ...

Pet Custody and Divorce in Colorado: What Happens to your Pets?
Mar 13, 2023
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...

Claiming Your Children on Taxes After Divorce
Mar 7, 2023
Single or remarried mothers and fathers who wrongly claim a child on their taxes cause legal problems for both parents. It makes no dif...

A Guide To Maximizing Your Parenting Time
Feb 7, 2023
Developing a parenting time plan that makes sense for you and your family is a critical part of the divorce process, helping to create ...

High Asset Divorce: Protect Your Interests
Jan 30, 2023
Divorcing couples with substantial assets have additional considerations when it comes to spousal maintenance and property division. If...

Parental Alienation: How to Save the Relationship With Your Child
Jan 26, 2023
Parental alienation is a difficult reality for some parents who go through a divorce. Hostile and passive-aggressive behavior directed ...

Q&A on Colorado Same Sex Couple Divorces
Jan 26, 2023
What are some concerns same sex couple going through a divorce? One of the biggest concerns for same-sex couples is that you have relat...

Navigating Holiday Celebrations After Divorce: 8 Tips for a Stress-Free Co-Parenting Experience
Jan 24, 2023
When you’re married, vacations, holidays and family traditions are a shared experience. Divorce forces you and your ex to divide these ...

Men’s Rights During 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...

Mediation is Required in Family Law Cases
Jan 16, 2023
A common question our family law attorneys get on a regular basis is: is mediation required? The answer is: yes. Family law attorney Al...

Parental Alienation: It’s Tough to Prove in Court
Jan 16, 2023
Proving parental alienation is tough. You need to have evidence to bring to court that your ex-partner has intentionally turned your ch...

How to Create a Rock-Solid Parenting Plan
Dec 13, 2022
A divorce with children can sometimes be difficult and frustrating. It’s important to make sure you have a solid parenting plan p...

Do Mothers Have an Edge in Family Court?
Nov 30, 2022
While mothers have special challenges in family law cases, it’s important to remember that the law is gender-blind. The rights of each ...

Am I Entitled to Some of My Ex’s Military Pension?
Nov 30, 2022
If you’re a military spouse considering divorce, you may be wondering whether you are entitled to receive part of your spouseR...

How Long Does it Take to Get Divorced in Colorado?
Nov 28, 2022
Many of our clients want to know what the divorce timeline looks like. How long is this process going to take? There’s no way we ...

Uncontested Divorce: Why You Still Need Your Own Attorney
Nov 28, 2022
Many people going through a divorce manage to be amicable and agree on everything from dividing marital assets to parenting time. Being...

Learn About Your Alimony and Maintenance Rights
Nov 28, 2022
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...

Military Divorce: What You Need To Know
Nov 26, 2022
Military divorces are often complex, involving both federal and state statutes. You need an attorney that knows how to handle a militar...

Blended Families: Update Your Estate Plan
Nov 16, 2022
Blended families can face numerous challenges, but one issue you can certainly avoid is your estate distribution upon your death. Unfor...

Divorce: How Long It Takes & What It Costs
Nov 8, 2022
Going through the divorce process is one of the most stressful times in a person’s life. Divorce can be emotionally difficult, complica...

How are Marital Assets Divided in a Colorado Divorce?
Oct 14, 2022
When you get divorced, you leave more than your former spouse behind. All the assets and property acquired over the duration of the mar...

Dividing Assets: Determining Marital Asset Value During Divorce
Oct 13, 2022
Getting divorced is stressful. You have a lot to do, including dividing assets. This is a tedious process during which arguments can er...

Colorado Same-Sex Marriage and Divorce
Oct 12, 2022
Learn about the complex laws applicable to same-sex couples from our dedicated divorce attorneys at Robinson & Henry
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Is Your 401(k) Marital Property?
Oct 5, 2022
If you’re considering divorce, you may wonder whether your 401k is marital property and if you will lose any of that retirement m...
