While parents remain married and live together, there may be a few questions about what school the children will attend. The parents may have already discussed the matter, and the shared residence typically limits the family to one particular school district. After...
Breaking away from abuse: How to build a strong case for child custody
Every year, millions of families are torn apart by domestic violence and abuse. In the United States alone, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that 1 in 4 women and 1 in 7 men have suffered severe physical violence from their intimate...
Shared custody and relocation: How does it work?
The challenge of raising a child often multiplies after divorce, especially in a shared custody arrangement. As a parent, you navigate a new relationship with your former spouse, coordinating schedules and striving to provide stability for your child. But what happens...
Seven tips to co-parent successfully
Co-parenting is when two parents raise their child together even when they are no longer married or in a relationship. This can be challenging, but it is crucial for your child's well-being. Here are some tips to help you co-parent effectively. Communication First,...
The role of parenting plans in Colorado child custody cases
The creation of a parenting plan is a crucial component in a child custody case. For parents addressing the complexities of separation or divorce, understanding the role of a parenting plan can be the key to ensuring their child’s well-being and stability. If you are...
When is the right time to modify a child custody order?
Child custody orders are an essential tool that ensure children are cared for after a divorce or separation. A custody arrangement is crucial in serving the best interests of a child as it dictates who has the right to make decisions on their behalf. Although...
3 tips for dating after divorce in a co-parenting scenario
Divorcing or separating parents in Colorado often negotiate custody terms by focusing on where they currently are as a family. The main priorities are often an appropriate division of parental rights and responsibilities. The parents may then find themselves facing...
What can make a child custody case high-risk?
Whether brought about by divorce proceedings or other family law issues, each child custody case can have unique circumstances, impacting what arrangement can address the household's needs overall. Some situations require straightforward remedies, especially if the...
Addressing coparenting with an addicted ex
A spouse’s addiction is one of the many reasons for filing for divorce. When your spouse can no longer control their behavior due to their addiction, which results in physical and mental harm to you and the rest of the family, letting go is sometimes the best option....
How can what you post on social media affect your divorce?
Social media has become a platform where people express themselves and their thoughts openly. While freedom of expression is a civil right, it can be especially influential in civil matters. Your former spouse can use everything you post or share on social media as...