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• Divorce Process
• Domestic Violence
• Paternity/DNA Issues

• "What is an annulment?"
  "An anullment, or a “declaration of invalidity of marriage” as the annulment is termed in Colorado, is a legal determination that the marriage never happened, usually because one of the parties lacked the ability to enter into a knowing, consensual agreement to the marriage at the time it was entered…"
• "What are the Grounds for Annulment?"
  "Unlike a dissolution of marriage, which requires only that the marriage be irretrievably broken to proceed, a person seeking a declaration of invalidity of marriage in Colorado must prove one of a number of specific legal grounds…"
• "Are there deadlines to filing for an annulment"
  "Yes. A Colorado annulment must be initiated within the following time frames, and only by the persons indicated…"
• "Are the procedures for a Colorado Declaration of Invalidity (Annulment) of Marriage Procedure different from a Colorado Dissolution of Marriage (Divorce) ?"
  "The procedures for a Colorado annulment are the same as those those for a divorce or legal separation with two main differences, both involving deadlines…"
• "Is a Legal Annulment different from a Religious Annulment?"
  "Yes. A legal annulment is different that a religious annulment. Religious annulments generally require that one or both spouses participate in religious proceedings that are separate from court processes…"
• "What are the grounds for divorce and what is required to file for a divorce in Colorado?"
  "Colorado is considered to be a “no fault” divorce state. Either spouse can petition for a dissolution of marriage (the legal term for a divorce in Colorado) or a legal separation if one of the parties claims the marriage is “irretrievably broken,”. C.R.S. 14-10-106(1)(a)(II). "
• "What does “Domicile”and “Jurisdiction” mean?"
  "Domicile" means more than just being present in the state of Colorado…"
• "What do Courts need in a divorce matter to have jurisdiction?"
  "This can be a complicated area and we suggest that you contact a Colorado family law attorney for more information in this area. The Court must have both subject matter and personal jurisdiction…"
• "How and where do I file legal papers begin the Divorce Process in Colorado?"
  "In Colorado, you or your spouse must have been domiciled in Colorado for the 90 day period before your first papers are filed with the court…"
• "Does the relationship between a parent and children depend on the parents' marital status in Colorado?"
  "No. The legal parent- child relationship exists regardless …"

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• "Is mediation my best choice in order to avoid the Courtroom for my divorce?"
  "The end of a relationship is often a painful, life changing experience. Most people who have gone through a divorce report the experience as second only to the death of a loved one as the most difficult period in their lives. The divorce process itself often adds to the pain…"
• "What can I expect when I go to mediation?"
  "Mediation is a confidential, voluntary, problem-solving process by a neutral third-party. Efforts are made to make the setting safe and neutral. Discussions are facilitated by an impartial third party, the mediator(s), who encourages and assists the parties in communicating their needs…"
• "I heard Mediation can be better in resolving Disputes in Divorces than in other cases. Is this true?"
  "Cases involving family disputes are unique to many other cases. Mothers and fathers will have to continue to work together to raise their children. Each parent will need to ask the other parent to make accommodations to the parenting schedule from time to time when…"

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• "How can I end my marriage?"
  "In Colorado, a marriage is ended by annulment …"
• "What are the Benefits of Going to Court to Litigate my Divorce?"
  "The Court will make a decision if the parties are unable to do so themselves. Many spouses are unable to participate with their spouse with the same power, knowledge or control as their spouse…"
• "Do I need a lawyer, will a family lawyer help me to get a Divorce in Colorado?"
  "A divorce can be complicated, especially when children are involved. It is up to you to decide whether and how you use a lawyer in your divorce…"
• "How and where do I file legal papers begin the Divorce Process in Colorado?"
  "In Colorado, you or your spouse must have been domiciled in Colorado for the 90 day period before your first papers are filed with the court…"

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• "I am a victim of domestic violence. How do I get a restraining order in Colorado?"
  "A victim of domestic violence, or any victim of violence or one who is in fear of personal harm, may go to civil court to get a restraining order, which is enforceable statewide and nationwide. There are two stages for getting a restraining order in Colorado…"

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• "Who may bring legal action in a paternity case and What is the court process in a paternity case in Colorado?"
  "The child, the natural mother, the man presumed to be the father, the State of Colorado, the Colorado Department of Human Services, A county Department of Social Services…"

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• "What are the legal Options for Grandparents Raising Grandchildren ?"
  "Usually, Powers of Attorney, guardianships, adoptions, foster parenting and child custody matters are legal methods to provide grandparents with varying levels of responsibility for grandchildren. If you are one of the many people who raise children of others, we commend you. You are not alone…"

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• "What is child support and how is it determined in Colorado?"
  "Child support is an amount of money ordered by the court or by a county child support enforcement unit to be paid to one parent to the other…"
• "How does the court decide if spousal support should be awarded in Colorado?"
  "Spousal maintenance, known in other states as "alimony" or "spousal support," can be sought by either party in a divorce or legal separation matter. In Colorado, there is no absolute entitlement…"
• "What enforcement remedies are available to collect child support in Colorado?"
  "Income withholding, driver’s license suspension, garnishment of wages and bank accounts, interception of federal and state income tax refunds, interception of unemployment compensation benefits, lottery winnings…"
• "Does the relationship between a parent and children depend on the parents' marital status in Colorado?"
  "No. The legal parent- child relationship exists regardless …"

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• "Will Collaborative Divorce work for me and my spouse?"
  " Spouses who benefit from Collaborative Divorce are those who are mutually focused on addressing their divorce issues in a spirit of cooperation, honesty and openness. Furthermore, some people believe that they and their spouse must…"


• "What are the benefits of the Collaborative divorce process and how does it work?"
  "As a nurse and attorney, I and have worked with families in crisis since the 1970s. My experience in family law began with my own parents’ high conflict divorce. My parents refused to be in the same room together for more than 20 years thereafter. This was followed by my own divorce…"

• "What is the purpose of the counseling process during and after divorce?"
  
  Divorce therapist and telephone counselor Dr. Deborah Hecker answers: " For most people, divorce breaks their lives apart, and before they can move forward, they need to be able to pick up the pieces. This period often includes deep feelings of despair, disappointment, revenge, hopelessness, and helplessness. They need to mourn the life of which they are letting go and to develop a new orientation to life as a no-longer-partnered person.
  
  Divorce counseling is designed to help divorced individuals work through this difficult time in their lives. It provides information about divorce and the process of healing afterward. It offers a place for divorced people to address the issues surrounding the loss of their marriage, teaching the skills and techniques of reflective thought, personal management, problem resolution, and self-healing..."


• "How long will the process of divorce counseling take?"
  
  Divorce therapist and telephone counselor Dr. Deborah Hecker answers: " Since divorce is the process of experiencing the death of a relationship, mourning that death is equally as essential as mourning the death of a loved one, if one is to move forward in life as a no-longer married person. The degree to which one's divorce will lead to happier horizons depends on an awareness and acceptance of the mourning process. The mourning process is the key to healing..."


• "I'm worried about how my divorce will affect my financial situation. Should I refinance my home?"
  
  Mortgage consultant Brad Phillips answers: "The most common reason for refinancing is to save money. Saving money through refinancing can be achieved in two ways:
  1. By obtaining a lower interest rate that causes one's monthly mortgage payment to be reduced.
  2. By reducing the term of the loan, thus saving money over the life of the loan. For example, refinancing from a 30-year loan to a 15-year loan might result in higher monthly payments, but the total interest paid during the life of the loan can be reduced significantly.
  People also refinance to convert their adjustable loan to a fixed loan. The main reason for doing this is to obtain the stability and the security of a fixed loan..."

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