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Collaborative
How Does Collaborative Divorce Work?Divorce doesn’t always have to be a battleground. While many people associate divorce with courtrooms, conflict, and emotional turmoil, a growing movement is emerging…
Collaborative
Is Collaborative Divorce Right For You?Divorce is a significant life event that brings about emotional, financial, and legal changes. For many, the traditional route of litigation can seem daunting,…
Company News
Modern Family Law Named Top Family Lawyers…Modern Family Law is proud to announce that our Colorado Springs office has been recognized as the #1 family law firm in Colorado Springs…
Custody
The 5 Biggest Mistakes When Drafting A…Creating a parenting plan during a divorce or custody case isn’t just a bureaucratic step; it’s one of the most important legal documents for…
Employee Spotlight
Liz Milewski’s Mission To Redefine Family LawFor many family law attorneys, their career path begins in law school. For Liz Milewski, the path to family law was personal, shaped by…
Common Law
Does Washington Recognize Common Law Marriage?If you’ve lived with a partner in Washington for years, shared finances, and built a life together, you might wonder—are we considered married under…
Separation
Tips For Celebrating Fathers Day After DivorceAfter going through a divorce or separation everyone involved experiences change in what was once their normal routine. Everything from living arrangements, to daily…
LLP
Becoming A Licensed Legal Paraprofessional (LLP) In…In the evolving legal landscape of Colorado, the emergence of Licensed Legal Paraprofessionals (LLP) represents a transformative step toward expanding affordable representation. Understanding the…
Common Law
Karlee Stoppenhagen On Common Law Marriage In…Common law marriage is one of Colorado’s most misunderstood legal topics. To help demystify it, Modern Family Law’s Fort Collins Managing Partner, Karlee Stoppenhagen,…
Common Law
Common Law Marriage StatesMany people believe that if you live together long enough, you’re automatically married. While there’s some truth to this idea, it’s not universally applicable.…
Company News
Jasmine Bhatt Recognized Among Top Trusted Legal…We’re thrilled to announce that Modern Family Law and our Austin and San Antonio Managing Attorney, Jasmine Bhatt, were recently featured in Insights Success…
Adoption
LGBTQ Adoption: Building Families Beyond BoundariesIn today’s evolving society, the age-old definition of family is expanding with warmth and acceptance. The rise of LGBTQ adoption stands as a poignant…
Divorce
When Divorce Doesn’t Need A Court BattleGoing through a divorce can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t always require a warhammer or an expensive courtroom battle. In Colorado, there are more…
Divorce
Navigating Divorce In Uncertain Times: Financial Planning…Divorce is never easy, but going through one during a time of economic or personal instability can make things feel even more overwhelming. Whether…
Custody
Summer break is exciting for kids, but for parents, especially in alternative family structures, it takes extra planning to ensure quality time together. While…
Divorce
A divorce marks the legal end of a marriage, but the path to closure involves much more than signing final papers. One of the…
Company News
Karlee Stoppenhagen Wins Best Of The Best…At Modern Family Law, we are thrilled to celebrate a remarkable achievement by one of our own. Karlee Stoppenhagen, Managing Partner of our Fort…
LLP
Pioneers of Progress: Reflections on Colorado’s First…In a bold step to bridge Colorado’s justice gap, the Licensed Legal Paraprofessional (LLP) program was launched to expand access to affordable legal representation.…
Non-Traditional Family Law
Kelly Loving Act: Colorado’s New Transgender ProtectionsIn 2025, Colorado took a bold step forward in protecting the rights of transgender individuals and the families who support them. With the passage…