New baby with new father new case while separate case open with older child set for APR hearing.

answered on Mar 13, 2023
I don't think anyone can give you the reassurance you appear to be looking for. Mostly, you're asking us to predict the future.
Is it possible? If all of the facts align correctly, if the Judge sees it from your perspective. Yes, it's technically possible.... Read more »

answered on Mar 9, 2023
Since you're asking, I'm guessing that perhaps the relationship with the child's other parent is not particularly cordial. So my first recommendation is read your Orders to see if there is any restriction. Sometimes, there is a restriction in the Order, usually if there has been... Read more »
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answered on Mar 9, 2023
As Ms. Janko noted, child support is going to have no bearing on the division of parenting time. The one and only time under Colorado law that they have any bearing on each other is when child support is calculated, the parenting time (specifically the number of overnights) is part of the formula.... Read more »
So if a opposing party would intentionally show up at my house with the objective to get me arrested for a warrent that was granted off of false information. Then after finally being released from jail 8 days later I would receive a letter via USPS about a hearing to restrict my parenting time... Read more »

answered on Mar 8, 2023
This question is impossible to answer without more information. Generally, the notice must be "reasonable". Many factors can go into whether it is "reasonable" or not though. In some circumstances it may be "reasonable" to expect parties to appear at a hearing... Read more »

answered on Mar 8, 2023
No. Colorado does not permit jury trials for divorce matters.
Two Children, one has aged out already, the other is turning 18 in August of 2023. He will graduate HS in April of 2023. Both parents agree to stop enforcement of the CS. Will Child Support Enforcement honor this if we both write a letter to Child Support Enforcement?

answered on Feb 27, 2023
This is not a simple or straight forward question to answer. There are layers here.
If both parties request for child support services to stop enforcement, they will generally finish anything that is already pending before the court before stopping. They will not reverse any enforcement... Read more »
Do I follow the Missouri the distribution of the funds since the person died in Missouri?

answered on Feb 21, 2023
Generally, if a person dies in another state, their primary probate action will be in that state, as you have described in this situation. The proceeding opened in Colorado is called an ancillary probate. It is for the sole purpose of addressing the property located in Colorado.
The... Read more »
I live in Colorado, and so far, the visitations have been in the father's home. My question is, does Colorado law prohibit such visitations from including outings to local places? I would even be the driver of the vehicle, if that is required.

answered on Feb 13, 2023
First, thank you for providing this very helpful service. It is beneficial to your grandson to have these visits with family present rather than in a professional facility with a stranger. There are also, sadly, far more parents who are required to have supervised visitation for a period of time... Read more »

answered on Feb 3, 2023
It is not quite clear what you are asking here.
If your question is how to find a mediator, that is relatively simple. If you go onto the state judicial website, www.courts.state.co.us, pull up your county's court, then you can find the link to the Office of Dispute Resolution (ODR).... Read more »
The minor has a job and intends to move in with 2 other people over 18 in a few months

answered on Feb 3, 2023
Emancipation in Colorado is not something that easily fits in a checklist. It is based on several factors and ultimately the judge uses discretion to weigh all of those factors and make a decision. The bottom line is whether the child can demonstrate a full ability and active effort to currently... Read more »
We have a current parenting plan that states I have my children every other weekend starting on Fridays at 5:00. My ex has filed a motion to restrict my parenting time alleging that he thinks the children are endangered due to my boyfriend breaking and entering while the children were here which is... Read more »

answered on Jan 27, 2023
You mention that your ex filed a motion to restrict your parenting time. If he did so, then there is an automatic injunction that suspends your parenting time until you both get in front of a judge. If he filed on January 20, then there should be a hearing date set by now. The Court has to hear... Read more »

answered on Jan 27, 2023
From a legal perspective, this isn't a very long delay. So the answer would depend on a couple of factors.
First, how does your Decree read other than when she was to pay the equity? Is there any language about indemnifying you from harm? If so, that would be useful. If there... Read more »
She requested a child support modification and it had nearly doubled. The mother has not allowed me to see the children nor communicate wirh me. She has left the state twice and I couldn't find them for years so how do I stop or block the child support modification? I have not received... Read more »

answered on Jan 25, 2023
The short answer is no, you can't block a child support modification because the other parent is denying you parenting time. Under Colorado law, the beginning and end of what child support and parenting time have to do with each other is in calculating the overnights.
That does not,... Read more »
My ex-wife moved to Nebraska at the end of 2021. My landlord notified me that she called using my last name to get information about my apartment and living arrangements. She absolutely insisted that they take pictures and invade my privacy. She was curious as to who all was on the lease. She also... Read more »

answered on Jan 25, 2023
If I am following your explanation correctly, you have been divorced for some time, and in 2010 your ex-wife changed her name so it was no longer the same as your last name. Her legal name is now, and has been for many years, her prior name.
If that is the case, then no, she cannot legally... Read more »
In Colorado, my ex agreed in the separation agreement to pay me half of the mortgage since his name is on the house too. The separation agreement is part of the final orders of our divorce decree. Now he's saying he's not going to pay it. Isn't that a violation of a court order, and... Read more »

answered on Jan 25, 2023
If your final orders say that he is to pay 1/2 of the mortgage and he is not doing so, then yes, that is a violation of the orders. Yes, you can file a motion for contempt.
Remember that when you file contempt you need to be able to prove 4 main elements: 1) there was an order requiring... Read more »
My child’s paternal grandmother is a addict and a child abuser and is not allowed around or alone with my child until he turns 18 preferably 21 years old

answered on Jan 25, 2023
The answer to this is essentially a 2 part answer.
First, yes, you absolutely have the right to express that in your Will. There is broad freedom to include things in your Will. That includes statements about who you prefer to finish raising your minor child, conditions around any... Read more »
How can I protect my separate assets (cash, savings, car) from my spouse’s potential future debt claims (IRS seizure, collection lawsuits from business and credit card creditors)? Divorce is not anticipated. This is in Colorado.

answered on Jan 25, 2023
This can be a tricky question, and it is my understanding that the answer may vary for different purposes, so it would be wise to also get opinions from a bankruptcy attorney and a tax attorney as well. This answer is going to be from an estate planning and family/divorce perspective. I do not... Read more »
Last year my s/p and I filed taxes together. He recently was killed by a drunk driver. We were together 4 years. I told his mother I already filed taxes for this year which I plan on doing. We were practically married and everyone knew it. He made this huge post on FB claiming me etc. I’m his... Read more »

answered on Jan 24, 2023
First, my condolences on your loss. Please make a little time to take care of yourself. You have a lot going on and I'm sure it's more than overwhelming. You'll make it through it. You have to take care of yourself so you can keep your wits about you.
This is a really... Read more »
Come to find out cousin wired herself the money from a 1st bank of colorado to New York where she lives. How do I start the process of prosecuting? It was only about $6000 but it was my daughter’s .

answered on Dec 28, 2022
There is not enough information here to be able to provide an answer. I can provide some general information based on some possible scenarios.
The first question is what the cousin's legal status was in regard to "being in charge of" the bank account. Depending on the... Read more »
If family court ordered mediation and the mediator only filed the form stating mediation was complete and the co-petitioner will be responsible for filing the signed agreement, is there a certain time frame that agreement needs to be filed in before the courts will no longer accept the request to... Read more »

answered on Dec 28, 2022
There is not a specific time frame after which the court will not accept the signed mediation agreement and approve it. That is a matter of the judge's own discretion. Different judges choose to handle that situation differently. The judge is aware that this is unresolved on their docket.... Read more »
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