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Mediation
Why I'd Prefer My Clients Settle Out…As a family law attorney, it’s my job to help people start over from some of the toughest times in their lives. It also…
Prenuptial Agreements
Should I Get a Prenuptial Agreement?Getting married is a big decision. If you’re considering marriage, you may have heard the term “prenuptial agreement” (“prenup” for short). In short, a…
Property Division
Avoiding Bankruptcy After DivorceAccording to research, one in ten bankruptcy petitions involve bankruptcy. Divorce is a financial challenge, but it doesn’t have to lead to bankruptcy. With…
No-Fault Divorce
How to Cope with DivorceFor most people, the emotional aftermath of a divorce is foreign territory. Even amicable divorces lead to sadness, loneliness, and guilt. Terminating your marriage…
Same Sex Marriage
My Predictions on the Supreme Court's Gay…Yesterday, the United States Supreme Court heard oral arguments in Obergefell v. Hodges, the landmark gay marriage case which should answer the question of…
Father’s Rights
The 50-50 Parenting Time Presumption: One Size…A proposed bill involving Colorado family law recently progressed to the House Committee at the State Capitol after unanimous approval by the State Senate.…
Technology
How Our "Paperless Office" Benefits Your Family…Happy Earth Day! At Modern Family Law, we are not only leaders in the legal community, but strong advocates of eco-friendly practices and efforts…
Divorce
Serving Divorce Papers Via Facebook?One Court in New York recently allowed serving divorce papers to your spouse through Facebook. It’s a huge leap forward in the arena of…
Divorce
The Power of Art and Reading in…Many courts either order or suggest therapy for parents and children involved in family law litigation. Particularly with regard to child therapy, I am…
Divorce
Popular Divorce MythsThe term “divorce” evokes a variety of stereotypes and assumptions. Every divorce is unique, and these presuppositions can cause unnecessary confusion. If you’re considering…
Mediation
The Question You Should Ask Before Every…Family law disputes are some of the most emotionally charged legal cases out there. Not only are you dealing with your life savings, investments,…
Father’s Rights
Top 5 Co-Parenting "Dont's"Last time I wrote I talked about the ten things that co-parents should do to be successful at co-parenting. Today I want to talk…
Early Assessment
Opinion: A New Senate Bill Would Harm…There is currently pending before the Colorado State Senate a bill that purports to “preserve the parent-child relationship in domestic actions.” As is often…
Divorce
Lawyer's View of a Celebrity Divorce: The…While not much of a pop-culture consumer, I do enjoy the Oscars. My favorite moment this year was Lady Gaga’s tribute to Julie Andrews.…
Non-Traditional Family Law
We are all looking for the perfect relationship, right? The match with the person who meets all of our needs, and gives us that…
Divorce
Seems like the new year is a time for many couples to evaluate their options and see about getting a fresh start. It’s been…
Family Law
Possibilities for Young Lawyers in ColoradoI’ve been asked to write about “possibilities for our bar” and address “what young lawyers are looking for in a bar section” and “what…
Non-Traditional Family Law
What Facebook Data Can Tell Us About…By now it’s no secret that lots of people use Facebook. As of October 2014, Facebook had 1.35 billion monthly users, with 864 million…
Early Assessment
10 Signs Your Child Needs Summer TutoringWe see signs of burnout in just about every child as summer break approaches. Parents are excited to get a break from the daily…