WHY WOULD YOU WANT LIMITED REPRESENTATION?

Last week, we discussed what limited scope representation/unbundled services are and what you can expect from limited representation. This week we are outlining why you may want to consider limited representation and how to determine if that is the best choice for you.Every case is different, so if you are considering limited scope representation give us a call! We offer free thirty-minute consultations with one of our award-winning attorneys. During that consult we can give you a better idea if limited representation is right for you.

WHAT IS LIMITED REPRESENTATION?

There are two types of representation available to you in your divorce or custody case: limited or full. Limited representation (also called “unbundled services”) is retaining a lawyer on a consultation-only basis. You hire an attorney in much the same way you would for a full representation case, but you represent yourself rather than have an attorney on your behalf.

When you hire a firm on a limited representation basis, you are hiring an attorney to consult with. This attorney will not be speaking to the opposing party or opposing counsel on your behalf, attending hearings, or filing pleadings. If you have a mediation or a hearing, unless you make other arrangements, you will be on your own rather than have your limited representation attorney with you. 

“I read that a parenting plan can only be changed every two years.” This is a common statement or question that people who contact us will ask. In reality, this is a large misconception and misunderstanding of Colorado law. This blog post will explain when and how often a parenting plan can be modified in Colorado.

Social media has many pitfalls when it comes to your divorce. In Colorado, your social media posts and activity can be used against you in a hearing during cross-examination. It is important that you do not harm your own case by your activity on social media. Colorado divorce attorneys tell you the 6 things you should never do on social media.

You have a parenting plan from the Court, but now you want to move out of the state. Perhaps your co-parent is the one wanting to move. Read our blog written by award winning attorneys to see how a relocation after final orders will be decided by the Court

Are you in the middle of a divorce or custody case and want to move out of state? Does your co-parent want to leave? Read the blog to find out how the Courts handle these situations.

There are two types of evaluators that can be appointed in cases involving child custody: a Child and Family Investigator (“CFI”) or a Parental Responsibilities Evaluator (“PRE”).

There are different types of parenting time schedules and they are dependent upon what is best for the child. The key thing to remember is that parenting plans are not written in stone – they can and often are modified over time as children age, parent’s lives change or a myriad of other reasons which might necessitate a change.

While many people assume that child support ends when a child is considered a legal adult at 18, child support in Colorado…