Often times after a divorce is finalized, one party may not abide to a certain set of terms in the separation agreement. What actions can you take when that happens?
Amy Goscha and Georgina Melbye discuss when you can file for contempt in a family law case and what actions the court can take to remedy the situation.
In This Episode
– How contempt applies to family law situations
– Different types of contempt
– What type of contempt is most common in family law
– When can contempt be filed in a divorce
– What the court does after contempt is filed
About Georgina Melbye
Georgina Melbye is a partner at Kalamaya | Goscha. Her practice focuses on family law and criminal defense. Georgina graduated from Cornell University and pursued a law degree at the University of Colorado. After graduating, she moved to Aspen to begin her legal career. Georgina currently serves on the board of Aspen Strong, a non-profit helping connect the community to mental health services. Georgina also previously served on the board of the Pitkin County Bar Association and worked at the Colorado Innocence Project. When not working, Georgina can be found outside enjoying all the Rocky Mountains have to offer, and spending time with her two dogs and fiancé.
What is Divorce at Altitude?
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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