Common Law

...A: Yes. Once a common law marriage is established, the spouses have the same rights and obligations as couples in a ceremonial marriage, including…

Prenuptial Agreements

Prenuptial agreements, or prenups, are legal contracts that couples sign before marriage to outline financial rights and responsibilities. These agreements can benefit anyone looking…

Visitation

...a critical part of the Parenting Plan, which courts require in all divorce or custody cases involving minor children. The Parenting Plan outlines each…

Custody

...§ 261.001 defines child neglect and abuse, which can result in a court declaring a home unfit. Washington RCW 26.09.191 allows courts to limit…

Property Division

...is not on the mortgage. Community property states include Arizona, California, Idaho, Louisiana, Nevada, New Mexico, Texas, Washington, and Wisconsin. Spouses in these states…

Non-Traditional Family Law

In 2025, Colorado took a bold step forward in protecting the rights of transgender individuals and the families who support them. With the passage…

Divorce

...may be difficult to determine the best path for your future and your family. An attorney can provide the sound legal guidance you need…

Divorce

...dissolution of marriage petition and contest the divorce, or simply do nothing. If the spouse receiving the petition chooses not to act, then they…

Protection Orders

...hearing with both parties. 3. Issuance of Order: If the judge believes the protection is warranted, they will issue the order. Legal Implications and…

Family Law

...have been together for an extended period of time and meet specific requirements may have rights to financial compensation similar to what is available…

Custody

...tie into what is known as the Children’s Bill of Rights. You can review this important bill below which provides a framework for protecting…

Divorce

...as either separate or community property. If an item is the other spouse’s separate property (acquired before marriage) you have no rights to it.…

Divorce

...rights that you might normally have. An attorney can explain to you the laws in your state concerning the validity and requirements of a…

Family Law

...child custody case. Other restraining orders may require legal action not handled in a family court. Allocation of Parental Responsibility Cases involving the rights…

Custody

...is not upholding the responsibilities outlined in the custody or support order, these legal avenues can be instrumental in compelling compliance and safeguarding the…

Custody

...to isolation and damage relationships with family and friends. Legal Implications & Defense Strategies When faced with false accusations, it is crucial to understand…

Custody

...be taken away by court order. If no such order exists, both parents have unrestricted custodial rights, and a parent cannot be convicted of…

Custody

Enforcing parenting plans in Colorado can be a complex and emotionally charged process. A parenting plan is a court order that outlines the rights…