Palmer Family Law Blog
How Divorce Affects Health Insurance Coverage in Colorado
Divorce impacts virtually every aspect of your life, and anticipating the various effects it can have is an important part of moving forward. One impact you should start preparing for now is how divorce will affect your health insurance. If you and your spouse are currently on the same health insurance plan, some aspects of your coverage will likely change after the divorce. A divorce…
Relocation Rules Under Colorado Child Custody Laws
After a divorce, moving out of state or relocating miles away can become one of the most highly disputed matters under Colorado child custody laws. This makes parental relocation after divorce one of the most complex and critical issues in Colorado family court. For one parent, a job offer, remarriage, or military orders may make relocation feel necessary. For the other parent, the same move may…
Understanding the Difference Between Contested and Uncontested Divorce
Divorce involves determining how you and your spouse will approach matters like division of assets and debt, child custody, child support, and spousal support. When you and your spouse are in agreement on all of these matters, you have an uncontested divorce. When you cannot agree on all issues, the result is a contested divorce. Understanding a few nuances and misconceptions about contested vs….
How Does Custody Work With Unmarried Parents?
Parents who are not married to each other may not have the same inherent rights as married parents. Whether you and your co-parent recently divorced, are in a relationship but not married, or never intended to be romantically involved, understanding how custody works in your situation can provide clarity and help you uphold your rights. How does custody work for unmarried parents in…
How to Negotiate a Divorce Settlement
Settling your divorce out of court almost always reduces the time, money, and stress involved. However, the idea of reaching an agreement with your soon-to-be-ex-spouse may feel daunting. Going into divorce negotiations with a few strategies in mind can help you navigate this process more smoothly. Below are practical considerations for how to negotiate a divorce settlement from divorce…
Is Colorado a Community Property State?
One of the biggest misconceptions in a divorce case is how property should be divided. There is a substantial amount of misinformation out there, and the problem is that every state handles marital property differently. There are the questions of what exactly is marital property, how is property kept separate, how inheritance is qualified and what happens when property is co-mingled. The biggest…
Preparing For Divorce: Financial Disclosure Process
Many of our clients come to us prior to separating from their spouse to gain some information. One of the most popular questions is – how can I best prepare for my divorce? In this new blog series, award-winning attorneys give their professional advice and insights on various aspects of the divorce process and how you can best prepare yourself before your divorce is even filed. The…
Understanding The Role Of The CFI
In family law cases, especially those involving child custody disputes, emotions run high, and decisions about a child’s future can become complex and contentious. In some cases, the parties or the Judge need a neutral third party to recommend what is best for the children. This is where a Child and Family Investigator (CFI) plays a critical role. Appointed by the Court on its own or chosen by…
Understanding The Role Of The Pre
When parents are in a custody dispute (in Colorado this is an Allocation of Parental Responsibilities action), the process can be emotionally and legally complex. Parties can ask the Judge to appoint an expert to investigate and give recommendations. This expert is called a Parental Responsibilities Evaluator (PRE). The PRE plays a critical role in ensuring that decisions are made in the best…
What is income for purposes of calculating maintenance?
Previously, we discussed what counts as income for purposes of child support. In this blog, we will discuss what counts as income for purposes of calculation of maintenance (alimony). The determination of income for purposes of calculating spousal maintenance is very similar to the determination of income for purposes of child support. There are some differences, however. The statute defines…
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