Who doesn’t love a good trip to the Magic Kingdom? It is, after all, the happiest place on Earth. So, why has the phrase “Disneyland Dad” come to be so derogatory, and what can be done about it? A Disneyland parent is the parent who does not have primary custody of...
By Kristi Anderson Wells, Esq. Unique issues arise in divorce when income-producing real estate constitutes a portion of the marital estate. We often see cases where the value in the marital estate is held in companies that own real estate, sometimes in a single real estate holding company, sometimes held in...
Most people are aware of the traditional model for attorney assistance, Full Representation, in which an attorney represents a client in all aspects of the case until the process is complete. Alternatively, a non-traditional option for attorney assistance is Limited-Scope Representation, also known as “unbundled legal services” or “consulting-only” legal...
In many divorces, the issue of life insurance can be overshadowed by more immediate concerns, such as the division of the marital estate, parenting time, spousal support (“maintenance”), or child support. However, the proper handling of life insurance policies can ensure predictability for both spouses and peace of mind that...
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In Colorado, there are no pet-specific custody laws. If divorcing couples can’t agree on pet ownership, the judge is required to treat pets as property (rather than as children) and each pet will be kept by only one spouse. If the judge is left to decide the fate of your...
As we enter the second month of the COVID-19 shutdown, a number of people have reached out to me to find out what their options are for moving forward with a divorce or legal separation. ...
Nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes. Another certainty is the fact that when you get divorced you will have to think about how your divorce will change how you approach your taxes. Luckily, this year, your taxes have been automatically postponed until July 15th, 2020, courtesy...
As the baby boom population ages, there has been an increase in what is being called “Gray Divorce.” What does that mean exactly? It is when two people 60 or older file for divorce. The number of divorces in this age group has doubled in the last 25 years. Why are...
Deciding how and when to tell children about divorce can be a challenge for many parents. There are strategic decisions to be made, such as whether you will tell the children together or separately, and how you will address questions about the divorce during the conversation. The good news is...