Family Law Blog

Did you know that Colorado has some of the strictest Domestic Violence laws in the country?  That’s why it is critical to immediately retain the services of an experienced Colorado Springs defense lawyer if you face domestic violence charges.

Financial insecurity is a major problem for many divorced women, particularly those who do not work outside of the home.  For this reason, it is common to see these women taking spousal maintenance very seriously.  In some cases, Colorado’s spousal maintenance laws will work in your favor but, like child support, they are subject to certain calculations and formulas and based on the combined income of the parties.  If you find these formulas aren’t working in your favor, you may want to consider mediation before scheduling court date. 

A new texting craze has been sweeping Colorado and the nation, and very few parents and teens realize how serious it is.   Some teens have recently started using their cell phones to exchange nude or semi-nude pictures of themselves.   In Colorado, this practice can now be prosecuted as a sex crime.  In fact, teenage offenders may even be required to register themselves as a sex offender. 

Divorce can get pretty ugly, especially matters relating to child custody and parental rights.  If you live in Pueblo Colorado and you are having difficulty enforcing the terms of your existing custody order, a Pueblo parental rights attorney can help you determine the best course of action.  When the non-custodial parent either violates the terms of the custody agreement (or “parenting plan”) or refuses to return the child(ren) to the custodial parent, this is called “custodial interference”. 

Are you a victim of domestic violence in Colorado?  Are you feeling intimidated by an abuser or stalker?  If so, then a Colorado protection order may be necessary to protect you and your family members.