Family Law
Will Spousal Maintenance Even be Awarded?
March 24,2021
Every divorcing client asks us: how much will I pay/receive in alimony? There’s an emotional element to paying spousal maintenance. Whether that is right or wrong, the first step is to ask whether there will even be spousal maintenance. The “Threshold Test” After addressing the preliminary factors we covered in our last post, there are […]
What Do Lawyers Think About Before Their Client Files For Divorce? | Divorce at Altitude – Ep. 5
March 18,2021
In Episode 5, Ryan and Amy discuss what pre-filing considerations come to mind in Eric Wolff’s story after his initial consultation when he makes the decision to hire a divorce attorney. They go over different scenarios that can affect the timing of filing, such as a recent move to Colorado from a different state, or upcoming […]
How Much Alimony Will I Pay or Receive?
March 18,2021
People considering or beginning a divorce understandably want to know how much they may receive in spousal maintenance or how much they can expect to pay. Unfortunately, spousal maintenance (aka alimony) is part science and part art. I’ll explain what’s science and what’s art in separate posts. First, you should understand the preliminary factors that […]
Top 7 FAQs for Divorce Consultations | Divorce at Altitude – Ep. 4
March 11,2021
As Eric Wolff steps into the office for his initial divorce consultation, he has many questions running through his head. “Am I going to have to pay Melanie alimony for the rest of my life? Where will I live? I don’t have the funds to move out right away. When can I start dating again?” Ryan and […]
Invalidating and Challenging Martial Agreements with Jim Bailey | Divorce at Altitude – Ep. 3
March 05,2021
You’ve seen it in the news… Dr. Dre ripped up his prenuptial agreement and his ex-wife is claiming he owes her $2 million in spousal support each month. So, what actually happens when a prenup needs to be enforced? What do attorneys look for to determine the validity of a prenup?
Premarital Agreements | Divorce at Altitude Podcast – Ep. 2
February 26,2021
In Episode 2 of Divorce at Altitude, Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha discuss the history of prenuptial agreements and how dowries have evolved into modern prenups, and current trends of reasons why couples are getting them today.
Eric Wolff’s Divorce Story
February 23,2021
Eric Wolff opens the door to his car, climbs inside, and tosses his iPhone on the passenger seat. A Starbucks cup is still sitting in the cup holder. His wife, Melanie, left it there when she borrowed his car. Hers was in the shop, because she backed into another car in a parking lot. The […]
Who We Are | Divorce at Altitude – Ep. 1
February 19,2021
In episode one of Divorce at Altitude, Ryan shares the story of Eric Wolff and his divorce experience that resonates with many individuals going through or thinking about divorce. Amy shares her journey of becoming a divorce lawyer and how her experience working in a juvenile center and clerking for a family law judge helped […]
Divorce at Altitude: A Podcast on Colorado Family Law by Ryan Kalamaya & Amy Goscha
February 18,2021
Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha are the founding partners of an innovative and ambitious law firm that pushes the boundaries to discover new frontiers in family law, personal injuries, and criminal defense in Colorado. In this episode, Ryan and Amy introduce Divorce at Altitude: A Podcast on Colorado Family Law. Each week, they will provide tips and […]
Divorce Property Division: The Basics
December 02,2020
Getting a divorce? Who gets the home, savings, and more? Learn the basics about divorce property division in this helpful article.