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When a family member passes away, the last thing you want to worry about is a confusing legal process. Yet you may hear people mention “probate” and feel another layer of stress. The good news is that probate is not always necessary after someone‘s passing. But how do...
Alimony or spousal maintenance is one of the major concerns that couples worry about during a divorce. This financial assistance aids lower-income spouses in maintaining a reasonable standard of living after a divorce. Spouses with higher incomes will typically bear...
Many people put off writing a will, thinking they have plenty of time. But if you die without one, Colorado law decides what happens to your estate. This situation is called dying "intestate," and state rules dictate how your assets get divided. How intestacy laws...
Divorce can be challenging, especially when emotions run high. In Colorado, high-conflict divorces can add layers of complexity, especially when disagreements over property, children, or other matters are frequent. Managing a high-conflict divorce involves taking...
Probate often feels like a long and uncertain process, especially during a time when families are already managing loss. In Colorado, the timeline can vary widely depending on the size of the estate, the type of probate, and whether disagreements arise along the way....
Luxury vacation homes often hold more than financial value—they carry memories, traditions, and emotional ties. When a high-asset divorce involves properties like ski lodges, beach houses, or mountain retreats, dividing them can become one of the most debated issues....
A divorce is generally going to take six months to a year to complete in Colorado. It depends on the complexities of the case. Some couples already agree on most of the terms, so things can progress quickly. However, others may disagree about property division or...
Many people regard pets as family members, yet state law does not grant them the legal status of human heirs. This distinction, however, does not preclude owners from making legally enforceable arrangements to safeguard a pet’s well-being after death. Thoughtful...
Co-parenting involves working cooperatively across two households to raise children together, usually with a focus on doing what is best for the children. Divorced or separated parents typically share parental rights and responsibilities. Not only do they divide...
There is more to being an estate executor than just distributing assets as specified in the will. The role comes with significant responsibilities, from managing debts and tracking down financial documents to filing court paperwork and handling taxes. With all that on...