On behalf of Bradley Devitt Haas & Watkins, P.C. | Jul 24, 2020 | family law
Going through a divorce is hard enough without the headaches that come with sharing child custody. Parents are often reluctant to interact with their ex-spouses, and they may even be inclined to make schedule changes just to spite each other. Colorado parents should...
On behalf of Bradley Devitt Haas & Watkins, P.C. | Jul 11, 2020 | family law
In the state of Colorado, child custody is referred to as parental responsibilities. Regardless, the goal of a family court judge when crafting a parental responsibility order is to determine who the child should live with and who should be allowed to make decisions...
On behalf of Bradley Devitt Haas & Watkins, P.C. | May 14, 2020 | family law
Life doesn’t always go according to plan, and the divorce process probably reminded you of this several times. Now that you feel fully adjusted to the small and large life adjustments you made after separating from your spouse, you realize your custody agreement isn’t...
On behalf of Bradley Devitt Haas & Watkins, P.C. | Apr 6, 2020 | family law
Custodial parents in Colorado can count on the help of both the state and federal governments to help them recoup the money they are owed if a non-custodial parent does not pay their child support. A term commonly used in family law circles in reference to...
On behalf of Bradley Devitt Haas & Watkins, P.C. | Dec 6, 2019 | family law
It is once again that most wonderful time of the year. Yet, you may feel overwhelmed at the thought of making it through this cheerful time if you and your spouse head into family togetherness while thinking through a divorce. For some couples, divorce is the right...
On behalf of Bradley Devitt Haas & Watkins, P.C. | Dec 2, 2019 | family law
As a married Colorado parent contemplating divorce, you likely place your children’s post-divorce custody at the top of your list of concerns. You hope that you and your soon-to-be former spouse can come to an amicable agreement about this crucial issue, but what if...
On behalf of Bradley Devitt Haas & Watkins, P.C. | Aug 19, 2019 | family law
Are you thinking about adopting your spouse’s children? In Colorado, stepparents can adopt their stepchildren if both biological parents consent. Read on to learn about the state procedure for stepparent adoption. Eligibility for adoption For a stepparent...
On behalf of Bradley Devitt Haas & Watkins, P.C. | Aug 14, 2019 | family law
If you are going through a divorce in Colorado, you can expect the assets to be split fairly and appropriately. There are some spouses who see a divorce coming and may turn to the unethical and sometimes illegal practice of hiding assets to make sure they do not have...
On behalf of Bradley Devitt Haas & Watkins, P.C. | Aug 9, 2019 | family law
Colorado courts have the responsibility of deciding child custody cases. The courts’ primary intent in these cases is to do what is in the best interest of the child. With this in mind, the courts have several custody options to choose from. Sole custody is a...
On behalf of Bradley Devitt Haas & Watkins, P.C. | Aug 5, 2019 | family law
If you have evidence that your marriage is heading in the direction of getting a divorce in Colorado, one of your first concerns may be how this significant change in your relationship may affect your financial future. A valid concern no doubt, being proactive about...
