Protection Orders in Colorado Civil protection orders in Colorado are intended to protect someone threatened by another person. Many civil protection orders are linked to former domestic relationships. Colorado issues several different types of restraining orders, including: Domestic Violence: Protection orders that apply to couples and former couples. Civil Harassment: Protection orders that apply to […]
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Three Common Divorce Mistakes Men Make—And What to do Instead
It is no secret that men face uphill challenges in any divorce. Although Colorado, like other states, professes to treat men and women the same, unconscious bias and other stereotypes continue to subtly influence everyone in the divorce process. At Bloch & Chapleau, we have distinguished ourselves as premiere men’s divorce attorneys, and we are […]
5 Questions for Your Divorce Lawyer
Divorce Lawyer Choosing to divorce is the first of many decisions that are triggered once you decide to end your marriage. These choices determine how the divorce process will play out and what your family will look like once the divorce is finalized. A divorce lawyer is one of the most valuable assets you can […]
My Income Has Changed and I Can No Longer Afford Child Support – What Should I Do?
For How Long Do I Have to Pay Spousal Support?
Paying Spousal Support If you are in the process of getting divorced in Colorado and the issue of spousal maintenance has come up—or is likely to come up—you likely have questions about the amount and duration of the spousal maintenance award. In particular, if you are a higher-earning spouse and have been married for at […]
Can I Get an Annulment in Colorado?
What Are Colorado’s Laws on Alimony?
Are you thinking about filing for divorce in Colorado or have already begun this process? We know that you have questions about alimony and how it works. Under Colorado Law (Colo. Rev. Stat. Section 14-10-114), alimony is known as “spousal maintenance.” In Colorado, spousal maintenance is awarded in situations where it is deemed appropriate by […]
Will I Lose My Inheritance if I Get Divorced in Colorado?
If you are thinking about getting divorced in Colorado, understanding the state’s rules on property division is very important. A lack of understanding of these laws could put your assets and financial well being at risk. One question that our lawyers frequently hear is in regards to divorce, division of property, and inheritance. Here’s what […]
Are Divorce Records Public In Colorado?
Getting a divorce is challenging enough. Feeling that your dirty laundry, so to speak, may be aired for everyone else to see can be even more disconcerting. Here’s what you need to know about public divorce records in Colorado: Divorce and a Divorce Settlements Are Public Record When you file for a dissolution of marriage […]
How to File for Divorce in Colorado
If you are considering getting a divorce, you are not alone. According to the National Center for Health Care Statistics, more than 800,000 American couples file for divorce every year. Even though it is often the right decision, divorce is stressful is for anyone who has to go through it. Not only do you have […]