The state of Colorado has enacted legislative changes that now recognize damage inflicted apart from physical violence, called coercive control, in custody disputes. These laws emphasize the importance of protecting children from both physical and psychological harm. As a parent, it’s crucial to understand coercive control and how it impacts Colorado custody cases to ensure … Read More
Parenting Plans
Signs It’s Time to Update Your Parenting Plan
A well-crafted parenting plan is the cornerstone of a successful co-parenting arrangement. It helps reduce misunderstandings, provides clarity, and keeps the focus on what matters most: the well-being of your children. However, as life evolves, so do the needs of your family. While parenting plans are designed to provide structure, they’re not set in stone. … Read More
How Do Taxes Work During a Divorce in Colorado?
Divorce can significantly impact your financial situation, especially when it comes to taxes. Taxes may impact key provisions of your divorce agreement including alimony, child custody, division of assets, and other financial arrangements. Knowing where taxes and divorce intersect can help you navigate financial decisions during your divorce and achieve a positive financial outcome for … Read More
Crafting a Parenting Schedule for Shared Custody Success
One of the first questions parents facing a custody battle asks is “what parenting time schedule should we follow?” The answer is: it depends! Even if you know that you want the schedule to be equal, there are plenty of other factors to consider. Before recommending a parenting time schedule a family law attorney may … Read More
Handling Inter-and Intra-Family Dynamics as a Blended Family
Blended families are like a quilt made of various pieces, each with a unique pattern and story. When stitched together with love and effort, they form a beautiful tapestry. For many, the adventure of blending families can be as rewarding as it is challenging. From navigating the intricate web of relationships to finding common ground … Read More
Divorcing a Narcissist
So, You’re Divorcing a Narcissist? Divorcing a narcissist presents unique challenges that go beyond the typical difficulties of ending a marriage. Narcissists exhibit traits such as an inflated sense of self-importance, a lack of empathy, and a constant need for admiration. These characteristics can complicate divorce proceedings, making them more contentious and emotionally draining. The … Read More
Holiday Visitation Schedules: Advice for Co-Parents
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
Filing Taxes When You Share Child Custody
Tax filing time can be a stressful time of the year, and this is especially true if you are recently separated or divorced and share custody of your children. Many people are unsure of how to handle filing taxes when they share custody of their children, and this uncertainty can add an extra layer of stress to an already complicated process. … Read More
How to Navigate Co-Parenting During the Holidays
Holidays can be as stressful as they are joyous even in the most regular of years. However, when you are a parent who is divorced or separated, it can make the upcoming holiday season that much more daunting. In this article, we will discuss tips to help successfully navigate the holiday season as a co-parent. … Read More
Summer Parenting Time – Read your Parenting Plan
The countdown for summer break has started. Before you know it, your children will be out of school and wondering what to do with all their new free time. This may have you thinking about summer vacations out of town, camps, or things that did and didn’t work last school year. Here are a few … Read More