Divorce/Custody Attorney Blog
How Much Does A Divorce Cost In Colorado Springs?
Divorce is complex, both financially and emotionally. Once a relationship is broken, it can be hard at times to come to terms with the soon-to-be ex-spouse on both personal matters (such as custody and who keeps the marital home) and the financial aspect (property and...
Child Custody Arrangements
Child Custody Arrangements In ColoradoChild Custody Arrangements Family courts are renowned for the 'child's best interest' or what's 'in the best interest of a child'. These principles guide many modern child custody proceedings. Even though child custody laws are...
The Difference Between Contested And Uncontested Divorce
Divorce can often be tiring - mentally exhausting, physically tiring, and emotionally draining. Knowing what your options are and doing this with the right expert can help ease the process. For the majority of states, there are two basic types of divorce: contested...
In Appreciation of Ruth Bader Ginsburg
I read the Appellate, then Supreme Court decisions on the VMI case in law school and they absolutely rocked my 23-year-old mind! It was my introduction to Ruth Bader Ginsburg (who wrote the Supreme Court decision). In essence, it said that women are *literally*...
How To Change The Name Of A Minor Child
With permission of his or her parents, a minor child may change his or her first, middle, and or last name legally. If you are looking to save a LOT on a Name Change for your child, Contact Me Here to see if my Affordable, Low-Cost Name Change...
Kinship Adoption Guide
Kinship AdoptionKinship adoption or relative adoption refers to a relative who is adopting children or a child. Extended Family, Or Kinship Adoption When one or both parents cannot provide the proper care for their child or children, the child might be placed with...
Domestic Violence and Child Custody in Colorado
Domestic Violence And Child CustodyChild custody cases can be a difficult process to navigate through. In Colorado, there is not a one-size-fits-all solution, and the court system will take several factors into account before making a final decision. However, if you...
No Fault Divorce
No-Fault Divorce In Colorado"Dissolution of Marriage” is how the State of Colorado defines divorce. Colorado is a "no-fault divorce" state, which means that the court assigns no fault to either party. The only concern of Colorado is whether or not the marriage was...
Appointment Of Guardian
Hi! I am Mary Daugherty, a Colorado Springs Family attorney and I'd like to discuss Appointment of Guardian. I've had a handful of clients come to me with the heartbreaking question: "What happens to my kids if I become too sick to take care of them, or...
What To Do If You’ve Been Served With Divorce Papers
What To Do If You Are Served With Divorce PapersHave You Been Served With Divorce Papers? If you have been served with divorce papers, the clock is ticking! In divorce and custody in Colorado you normally have 21 days to file a response unless you were served out of...
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