Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements in Colorado both serve the same purpose, but the key difference between the two lies in the timing of their execution. A prenuptial agreement, known as a "prenup" for short, is a legal agreement that establishes a binding set of...
Some people say that getting a prenup is like giving up on your marriage before it even begins. This is simply not true, and drafting a prenuptial agreement before getting married could potentially improve your chances of staying together. Here are some reasons why...
In the state of Colorado, joint assets are divided in an equitable fashion. Therefore, it's likely that you will receive a portion of the funds inside of a joint bank account. However, this will depend on a variety of factors such as the presence of private accounts,...
Colorado law says that a divorce settlement won't be accepted unless it is deemed to be equitable. This means that assets will need to be divided in a manner that allows both parties to the marriage to enjoy a reasonable lifestyle post-divorce. It also means that...
Ending any meaningful relationship takes a toll on individuals. When a marriage ends, most people feel devastated, although it might be for the best, especially if you are no longer getting along. However, the whole divorce process can be emotionally draining. The...
When you and your spouse decide to divorce, you've likely got a lot on your mind. You may not be considering taxes and retirement assets like annuities, 401ks, and IRAs. Dividing these assets can be complicated because you have to obtain a QDRO or Qualified Domestic...
Stock options are arising as property division issues in divorce cases more often. These are types of stocks that are worth an uncertain amount of money in the future but are worth little now. In Colorado, you need to know your rights and options. How stock options...
A divorce could happen at any point in a marriage, even when a couple enters several decades of the union. The so-called "gray divorce" involves couples over the age of 50, and the dissolution might come with some challenges. With legal representation, Colorado...
Numerous factors contribute to spouses filing for divorce. Over the years, married couples might discover that they have little in common and choose to separate. Others may deal with adultery, cruelty and other underlying issues for "fault-based" divorce cases. What...
While some studies show that the divorce rate in certain demographics is declining, the rate of divorce in couples older than 50 is increasing. Often called “senior divorce” or “grey divorce,” this trend has seemed to follow the Baby Boomer generation into their...
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