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Child is almost 12 years of age and has an amazing relationship with Father. Mother denies visits, communication, and love from child to Father frequently. Father has every weekend 2 night visits currently and court recently denied Mother to restrict parenting time. Mother just does not want to... View More 
answered on Jun 27, 2018
Relocation is covered by CRS 14-10-129: best interests of the child. you should retain an attorney to assist you with this situation.
My original case was built by my less-than-correct past attorney, from title 14, granting me only psychological parenting status. During my appeal, am I able to cite other cases that are under title 19, the Common Law De Facto Parenting Theory, or more case law that was not mentioned in my original... View More
answered on Jun 21, 2018
You are free to cite any case you want. It does not matter whether you cited them before. Same for cases cited by the other side. Colorado cases will be the most persuasive.
I divorced my husband in the state of Colorado and we reached a settlement agreement through the court, which he did not payout to me. We got back together, purchased a home, and have continued to file taxes for financial purposes. We have been living as husband and wife for over two years and we... View More
answered on Jun 19, 2018
This is very complicated. If you remarried him through a common law marriage, then your prior divorce terms are not in play. You need to file for a new divorce with a new property settlement. If you did not establish a new common law marriage, your prior agreement may still hold. Based on just this... View More
My daughters husband has gone from abuse to physical abuse she has sent me pictures. She wants to come to CA where I live to get away from him. Can she just leave the state?
answered on Jun 18, 2018
She can leave. The question is: can she take the children? If a divorce has been filed, there is a restraining order stating that neither party can remove the children from Colorado without permission of the other party or a court order. Your daughter should retain an attorney to advise her how... View More
The mother of my 2 girls, ages 2 and 5, moved them to the state of Connecticut (from Colorado) in July of last year. There was an order in place (in Colorado) with our oldest daughter that clearly stated neither parent was to leave the state with the child. The court told me she could get a warrant... View More
answered on Jun 18, 2018
You may want to file for custody of the children if you feel it is in their best interest. It is not clear what court has jurisdiction-Colorado or Connecticut. You should retain an attorney to review your situation and advise you how to proceed.
He is on disability now.
answered on Jun 18, 2018
You may be able to collect part of it. Generally, there is a 20-year limit. There are also limits on garnishing disability payments. You should retain an attorney to advise you.
I have not heard from his dad in over 7 years and raised my son on my own. I would like to take him on vacation to see where his family came from. I have decision making and sole custody of my son clearly, his dad originally had supervised visits only, before he stopped coming around. I am simply... View More
answered on Jun 15, 2018
I do not know the passport requirements in your situation. I do not see a problem with you getting one if you can.
Paternity test confirmed I have a two year old child with ex girlfriend whom I have never seen. I immediately set up child support payments and want to be in my child's life however, the child's Mother is requiring I pay for third party supervised visits and a 18 month integration plan... View More
answered on Jun 13, 2018
It is up to the court if you can not agree. You need to file an APR to get the court involved. I don't see the need for supervised visits in the absence of substance abuse etc. a short re-integration plan is probably good-not18 months.
WELL THE SITUATION IS THAT MY SIGNIFICANT OTHERS FATHER IS IN THE HOSPITAL. HE IS NOT EXPECTED TO MAKE IT MUCH LONGER. NOW THE PROBLEM IS THAT THERE ARE CAREGIVERS TRYING TO TAKE EVERYTHING HE HAS AND NOT LEAVE HER WITH ANYTHING. I HAVE A WILL BUT IT WAS NOT SIGNED BEFORE HE WENT INTO THE HOSPITAL.... View More
answered on Jun 13, 2018
If he dies without signing the will, his estate will be distributed according to the law of intestate succession. Generally: to his spouse; if no spouse, then to his children.
My ex has filed for a period of dissolution and it lists “maintenance, if applicable” I am not sure what that means? Is it like alimony?
answered on Jun 6, 2018
Yes, maintenance is what Colorado calls alimony -spousal support.
Opposing councel is requesting we have our old PC/DM reaapointed. The lady was crazy biased and we have not used a PC/DM for 4 years. Do I have a legal right to refuse a PC/DM? It is unaffordable and the last one did nothing to make our situation better. I never want to use one again. If so which... View More
answered on Jun 6, 2018
The court can only appoint a PCDM w/ consent of both parties. You may have previously consented to appointment of a PCDM. That consent may still be binding. You should retain an attorney to review your paperwork and advise you. This is covered by CRS 14-10-128.3.
He will be in prison for at least a year but was making $7600 a month before his arrest. I have his pay stubs and tax return which he provided to me. I don’t make much money in spite of working very hard and I am concerned that I won’t be able to support the girls without payment from him
answered on Jun 6, 2018
You can request the court enter an order for child support. It may be based on his prior income if he still has the ability to pay. You should retain an attorney to assist you in this matter.
She supports herself completely and does not live with myself or her mother. Can I have her removed from the support agreement?
answered on Jun 5, 2018
This depends on whether she is emancipated. She may be since you say she lives on her own and supports herself. If you and her mother agree, you can file a stipulation to end your support obligation. If she does not agree, you can file a motion to terminate support. You should retain an attorney to... View More
answered on Jun 4, 2018
If the children are age 19, they are legal adults and can decide for themselves whether to visit.
I have been divorced almost six years. My ex wanted to keep the home, so we agreed that he would refinance within a year. (Money was tight, and we didn't use lawyers.) Here it is, almost six years later, with no refinance, and the house is still in my name. My ex decided recently that he... View More
answered on Jun 1, 2018
You will be able to modify your decree if both of you agree. You should retain an attorney this time to prepare the amendment and have it approved by the court.
No extenuating circumstances. The CS order reads that support ends when the child turns 19.
answered on May 31, 2018
In my opinion, you owe for June. Some people would think you only owe until June 9 and get to pro-rate the June payment, but I believe the obligation is for the whole month.
answered on May 23, 2018
You may want to file for a civil protection order that will limit her contact with you and your son. You should retain an attorney for this. Also, you could contact the police since assault is a crime.
My son's mom signed initial papers to place for adoption when he was born, but never final relinquishment papers (she disappeared on drugs). I was out of state, but said I wanted custody as soon as I was notified of his birth (we are still legally married). After he was in foster care for 10... View More
answered on May 23, 2018
Usually, termination of parental rights in a case like yours only happens in case of a step-parent adoption. If that is done, her rights probably would be terminated and your spouse could adopt. Otherwise, the court will think there is no reason to terminate.
When does he write a check to himself? before closing probate or? we have to leave the esate open because we are still waiting on VA money possibly
answered on May 22, 2018
He can write a check to himself now if he is sure all creditors have been paid. You may want to retain an attorney to make sure everything is done correctly.
My parents have 50/50 custody, but im old enough to choose who i live with. I chose to live with my dad primarily, but now things are changing and I'd like to live with my mom primarily. Can i do this?
answered on May 21, 2018
You can choose where to live at age 18. If you are younger than that, it is up to your parents or the court to decide.
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