Although sometimes the decision to get a divorce is an obvious one, when it comes time to separate your life from the one you created with your spouse, the situation can get complicated. While you want to move on to the next phase of your life, asset division from a...
Divorce
What should I consider in a gray divorce?
After you get married, your life goes through many stages. As you age, you and your partner's goals do not always follow the same path. You may not have entered your marriage intending to get divorced, but as you and your partner have gotten older, it may be something...
How does Colorado view common law marriages?
Getting married can seem like a lot of time and money spent to establish a relationship that is already comfortable for two people. While some people grow up envisioning a large wedding, others would rather spend their money elsewhere. Colorado is one of only a few...
What happens to pets in a divorce?
For many, getting married and starting a life with someone includes adding a pet into the family. Regardless of the type of pet, animals can make incredible companions, and while your spouse may take good care of your pet, you do not want to lose the company of your...
Getting a divorce after being married overseas
Typically, when people get married, they intend to live the rest of their lives together. No one gets to their wedding day and thinks about a lengthy divorce with messy asset division complications. Unfortunately, not all marriage relationships are successful in the...
Common myths about asset division
Going through a divorce can be a stressful experience. Even when the relationship has been falling apart for a long time, negotiating and dividing assets can be exhausting.In addition to being emotionally challenging, there are many myths when it comes to asset...
Is my trust fund safe from divorce?
A trust fund can be part of a legacy from one generation to the next. When your loved ones name you as a beneficiary of a trust, they hope that you can benefit from their careful planning. Estate and financial planning professionals frequently advise that a trust...
Can you divorce in Colorado if you were married out of state?
You and your spouse may have relocated to Colorado for a variety of reasons. However, regardless of where you got married, your relationship could face insurmountable challenges anywhere.Although the dissolution of marriage is a common concern throughout the United...
Potential tax liability: Divorce decisions and your business
No matter how tumultuous a marriage is, divorce comes after thoughtful consideration. Yet, that is not to say no questions about the future remain.Points of contention are common among affluent couples. Entrepreneurship can further escalate disagreements about support...
Children suffer the trauma of a split between their parents as well
Ending your relationship with your partner is likely one of the most emotionally challenging processes of your life. You probably hoped for the best and devoted yourself to creating a fulfilling future with your partner. Now, you wonder what kind of lifestyle you will...