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WHEN DO KIDS GET TO CHOOSE?

How old does my child have to be before they get to decide where to live? This is one of the most common questions we get, and the one with the most surprising answer.

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TYPES OF PARENTING PLANS

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.

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WHEN DOES CHILD SUPPORT END?

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

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WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE? LEGAL SEPARATION VS. DIVORCE

You may have heard the phrase “legal separation” thrown about in movies or in every day conversation. Couples often refer to themselves as “separated” prior to a divorce, and some states even require a formal separation before a couple can get a divorce. In Colorado, however, Legal Separation is a legal designation much like divorce.

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HOW IS CHILD SUPPORT CALCULATED?

In Colorado, child support is determined pursuant to the child support guidelines contained in the statutes. In takes into consideration a few different factors:

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BASIC STEPS TO A DIVORCE

Starting a divorce can be an overwhelming experience. Not only is it an emotional decision, but it is also a procedural one. Here is a step-by-step tutorial for how to proceed with a divorce.

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