Navigating Legal Custody and Decision-Making for Children in Divorce | Episode 199

Divorce at Altitude Podcast

In this episode of “Divorce at Altitude,” hosts Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha dive into decision-making for children after divorce, offering insights and strategies for parents.

Main Topics:
– Decision-Making vs. Custody: Transition from “custody” to “decision-making” and “parenting time” in Colorado, focusing on legal vs. physical custody.
– Key Decisions: Importance of major decisions in a child’s life, including education, healthcare, and extracurriculars, and distinguishing them from everyday choices.

Legal Insights:
– Decision-Making Authority: Exploration of joint vs. sole decision-making, with a focus on the child’s best interest and the impact of domestic violence.
– Dispute Resolution: Handling disagreements through parenting coordinators, decision-makers, mediation, and arbitration.

Practical Advice:
– Parenting Plans: Crafting detailed plans that outline decision-making processes and include mechanisms for resolving disputes.
– Cooperative Parenting: Encouraging cooperation and adaptability in co-parenting arrangements for the child’s well-being.

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This episode aims to equip parents with the knowledge to make informed decisions post-divorce, emphasizing cooperation, legal understanding, and the child’s best interests.

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Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha provide tips and recommendations on issues related to divorce, separation, and co-parenting in Colorado. Ryan and Amy are the founding partners of an innovative and ambitious law firm, Kalamaya | Goscha, that pushes the boundaries to discover new frontiers in family law, personal injuries, and criminal defense in Colorado.

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