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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 […]
Episode 1: Who We Are
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 […]
Capacity Issues in Divorce
December 22,2019
Adult parties to a marriage generally have the capacity to bring or defend the action in their own name without the appointment of any guardian or other representative. However, there are instances in a divorce action where a parties’ capacity is called into question and there needs to be an appointment of a guardian or […]
Overview of Various Allocation of Parental Responsibility Experts
September 27,2019
Child’s Legal Representative (CLR) A Child’s Legal Representative (CLR) is an attorney appointed pursuant to C.R.S. 14-10-116 to represent the best interests of the child. The key concept here is that the lawyer does not represent the child, but the child’s “best interests.” The CLR is not a mouthpiece to parrot the child’s wishes. The […]
Motions to Restrict Parenting Time
April 11,2019
In Colorado, a motion to restrict parenting time may be filed to restrict parenting time or parental contact pursuant to C.R.S. 14-10-129(4). Such motions can be filed when (1) a parenting time order already exists, and (2) prior to the entry of orders as a motion to restrict parental contact. For example, a motion to […]
Valuing Trust Interests in Divorce
March 14,2019
Many individuals believe that if they put property in a trust, it will protect them from the other spouse getting to the property in a divorce. This overall generalization is false. In Colorado, the proper analysis to determine whether a beneficiary spouse’s interest in a trust is subject to equitable division, there has to be […]
Can a mother move a child away from the father without his permission?
March 01,2019
Change is inevitable. Change is constant. – Benjamin Disraeli How far can you move if you have joint custody? How does a judge decide who gets custody? What happens when a parent wants to move somewhere far away after a divorce? We frequently hear these questions from our clients in Aspen, Edwards, Carbondale and Glenwood […]
Social Media During a Divorce
February 15,2019
Going through divorce is stressful. We often turn to social media as an outlet to voice our opinions, seeking support from friends, or simply to keep up on news. If you are contemplating divorce or in the middle of a divorce, make the following five considerations to avoid as you look through your Facebook, Instagram, […]
Restraining Orders in the Family Law Context
January 21,2019
Sometimes having a restraining order in place is the only way to keep yourself protected. If you or a loved one is facing a situation in which a restraining order has been issued, it is important that you understand the basic implications behind a restraining order as a legal measure. Restraining Order 101 A restraining […]
Tis the Season – Navigating Holiday Parenting Time
November 23,2018
Co-parenting with your ex-spouse can be challenging, especially during the holidays. The following guidelines will set you up for success in making the holiday parenting schedule for you and your children go smoothly. Review Your Parenting Plan Start planning early. Review your parenting plan to make sure you understand the exact parenting time you have […]