What You Should Know About Mediation in CO

March 26, 2024Divorce

Facing a family law dispute can be emotionally draining. Fortunately, mediation offers a constructive alternative to the traditional courtroom battle. The attorneys at Solutions Based Family Law are equipped to represent you in mediation, and we also have attorneys that can serve as the mediator. This guide equips you with the knowledge and tools to … Read More

Seeking Clarity: Questions to Ask Yourself Before Filing for Divorce

February 2, 2024Divorce

Deciding to end a marriage is one of the most consequential and life-altering choices an individual can make. The path to divorce is not only emotionally fraught but also laden with legal complexities, financial planning, and the inevitable impact on family dynamics. As the dust settles on the emotional turmoil, the decision to file for … Read More

How to Navigate Divorce with a Narcissistic Spouse

January 8, 2024Divorce

If you’re married to or have been in a marriage with a narcissist, you’re aware of it. However, it’s important to remember that an official diagnosis should come from a qualified professional. If you have suspicions but are unsure, here’s how Webster defines a Narcissist as: An individual showing symptoms of or affected by narcissism, … Read More

Potential Holiday Visitation Issues and Solutions

December 4, 2023Divorce

As the holidays quickly approach, many of us are thinking about different ways we can make the season memorable for our families. As calendars fill up with different activities and holiday parties, planning becomes important to ensure that the children are with you on the days that you intend to celebrate. However, what happens when … Read More

Holiday Visitation Schedules: Advice for Co-Parents

November 21, 2023Parenting Plans

Co-Parenting can always be a challenge, but it can be especially difficult to navigate shared parenting time during the holidays. That is why one of the most important things for any parent going through a divorce to do is have a detailed parenting plan, which includes a thorough holiday visitation schedule. There are many things … Read More

What To Do If Your Ex Doesn’t Pay Their Child Support

September 5, 2023Divorce

Many people do not know that under Colorado law child support is actually consider the child’s right – it is something the child, not the parent receiving child support, is entitled to. When there is a Court Order requiring a party to pay child support and that party does not comply with the same the Court … Read More

What is a QDRO – Qualified Domestic Relations Order

July 13, 2023Divorce

QDRO stands for Qualified Domestic Relations Order. It is a legal document that is completed pursuant to a divorce in order to divide ERISA-governed retirement plans. ERISA stands for Employee Retirement Income Security Act. A QDRO allows a judge presiding over a divorce case to order the division of retirement benefits pursuant to a Separation … Read More

Types of Alimony: Which One is Right for Your Situation?

June 9, 2023Divorce

Divorce can bring a myriad of challenges, not the least of which is the financial adjustment that follows. Alimony, also known as spousal support, is a critical aspect of divorce settlements in Colorado. It’s designed to provide financial support to the lower-earning spouse, helping them maintain a reasonable standard of living post-divorce. Colorado recognizes several types of … Read More