Looking for an experienced Colorado Springs divorce lawyer/attorney?
If you are considering a divorce, or have recently been served with divorce papers, you are probably wondering how this life-changing event will affect your future. Divorce can be a very difficult and perplexing time, but fortunately, you don't have to handle it on your own. The divorce lawyers/attorneys at Marrison Law in Colorado Springs can help you make the best decisions right from the start. We will explain your rights, outline your options and help you reach the best possible outcome. Mistakes made throughout this process can severely impact your final divorce settlement, and you won't want to jeopardize important agreements on child custody, child and spousal support, division of property and the possession your family home.
Getting a divorce in Colorado Springs involves two basic issues that must be resolved. First, you need to figure out how you will divide your property; secondly, if you have children, you must make a plan for how they will be raised after the divorce. For military families, there are a number of other issues to be considered, which civilians generally do not need to handle.
Some important facts about divorce are outlined below, but there is much more to learn before you get started. If you are thinking about a divorce, you need an experienced and qualified divorce lawyer to advise you along the way. Without this guidance, it will be easy to forget important assets, or be unprepared for conflicts when they arise.
Marital Property Division in Colorado
Colorado is an "equitable distribution" state. While it sometimes ends up this way, marital property doesn't necessarily need to be split 50/50. What is considered Marital Property in Colorado? Well, it includes everything a couple has acquired during their marriage, minus gifts and inheritances. Most people think first about the obvious, physical property, like houses, cars and valuables, but marital property also includes 401(k) accounts, pensions, and personal property. It even includes equity and interest on investments and property.
The division of intangibles assets such as retirements, 401Ks, IRAs or "good will" of a business, that each spouse receives, depends on the length of time that a couple has been married. The sooner your divorce goes through, the less appreciation the other spouse will receive in the final property settlement.
Parenting Rights and Responsibilities in Colorado
When there are children involved, it is important that Colorado Springs parents learn to work together throughout the divorce process and afterwards. A decision will need to be made about where the children will live, who will make important decisions affecting their lives, and how much support the non-residential parent must pay. These decisions can sometimes be made privately by the parents, or through a formal mediation process. However, if parents fail to reach an agreement, the decision will need to be made in court. Also, unless the parties agree on a higher number outside of court, child support will be determined using a standard formula, based on statutory child support guidelines.
Unless you have no children, no property, and no income, working with a local Colorado Springs divorce lawyer is absolutely necessary to ensure your rights, and your children's rights, are protected.
Work with a Reputable Colorado Springs Divorce Attorney
If you plan to get a divorce in the Colorado Springs area, call us at 719-577-9292 and speak directly with one of Marrison Law's experienced divorce attorneys. We will answer your divorce-related questions and help you determine the best course of action. There is absolutely no obligation, and your divorce consultation will be 100% confidential, so there is no risk.
Get the best legal advice now, and you can rest assured that you will make the best choices for yourself and your family.
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