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I hope you can assist me with an important legal question that is causing me some concern. As an American citizen currently living abroad, I have started a relationship with a 17-year-old individual from Brazil. Given that the age of consent in Brazil is 14 and in my home state in the U.S. it is... View More 
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answered on Jun 6, 2024
While age of consent laws vary between jurisdictions, engaging in a relationship with someone under 18, especially with a significant age gap, is generally not advisable regardless of location.
I would strongly caution against pursuing a relationship or marriage with a 17-year-old, either... View More
How long does person A have to live in new county before filing? Lifelong Colorado resident
answered on May 30, 2024
Hi there, good questions! As a general rule of thumb, Person A could file in the new county; however, there is always the chance that Person B requests to have the case transferred back to the county they reside in.
The transfer and venue rules are a bit labyrinthine and I would need to... View More
answered on May 19, 2024
I’m very sorry to hear that this is the position you are in; especially considering the incredible impact that a divorce has on the outcome of the next phase of your life.
As for your question, I would have to know much more about the “behind-the-scenes” administrative side of the... View More
answered on May 14, 2024
Good Afternoon,
You ask an excellent question and one that many a family law attorney has likely spent time arguing in Court. The best answer to your question is that this is likely a helpful fact circumstance for you. One way to think of the doctrine of transmutation or commingling is the... View More
answered on May 14, 2024
Good Afternoon,
From the substance of your question, it looks like you are involved in a legal proceeding concerning your child. Issues related to jurisdiction concerning children are often nuanced. I suggest that you consult with an attorney in the state where the case is at now in order... View More
Able service of the temporary restraining only having 3days to find a attorney travel over 1000 miles tried no number to call courts on any paperwork or instructions on how to do anything tried to call multiple times after searching for a day trying to find the number no voice mail to leave... View More
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answered on May 24, 2024
In your situation, it sounds like you may have grounds to argue that your due process rights were violated. Due process requires that you are given adequate notice and a fair opportunity to be heard before any legal action is taken against you. Being served with an ex parte CPO (Civil Protection... View More
Can I submit 2 parenting plans to the court. One being if kids are granted to stay in Colorado with me and one if father is allowed to move?
answered on May 8, 2024
Yes, It is a good idea to present alternative parenting plans.
I am the health care and financial power of attorney for my 87 year old father. He lives in the mountains in Colorado by himself and does not drive anymore. I have tried to convince him to move to a senior care facility but he doesn't think he needs it yet. He occasionally gets confused about... View More
answered on May 6, 2024
No. As the attorney in fact named in the POA, your fiduciary duty is to follow the instructions of your 87 year old father.
If your father gets to a point where he is mentally incompetent to make decisions for himself, you or another relative could apply to be appointed as your... View More
our final orders state that any motion to modify parenting time, mediation will be mandatory
answered on May 3, 2024
Your response to the motion should focus on why the current parenting plan is in the best interest of the children. You could file a separate request for mediation. I expect the court would order mediation before a hearing on the motion anyway. You should get a lawyer to help you with this.
I had limited scope counsel help write a Motion for Contempt but opposing counsel has objected stating I was pro se, and can't ask for attorney fees.
answered on May 3, 2024
Yes you can. You incurred legal fees from an attorney. File the motion and show the Limited Scope representation agreement and the invoice for the payment to the attorney for the fees.
I am recently divorced (1+ year) and share two children with my ex. We share split custody of our two children with no child support nor alimony. With this, my ex has continued to be verbally, mentally and emotionally abusive towards me and I am interested in determining what options I might have.
answered on May 2, 2024
Abusive to you or the kids? There are ways to limit contact or have contact monitored through platforms such as Our Family Wizard or Talking Parents. If the abuse you state relates to the children then you may consider a motion to modify parenting time. But, you will need to document and prove... View More
I am the petitioner in the case; Can an attorney for the other party send me emails about matters even though she has withdrew from the case months before? Can she also draft paper work for the other party who is now pro se, without entering into the case again? When confronted about her no longer... View More
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answered on Apr 7, 2024
She might be representing the client in a limited scope capacity in which case she could communicate with you. If she is working in a limited scope capacity, she does not have to enter an appearance depending on whether she is representing in court or not. Though she should disclose to you if she... View More
she is also in contempt of virtually every part of our separation agreement. she has not paid child support, not given me back my belongings, does not follow the parenting schedule, and does not provide the insurance for the children she claimed she would
answered on Apr 2, 2024
Good Morning,
I am very sorry to hear of your circumstances and know that it can be an incredibly difficult and frustrating experience when an ex-spouse does not follow Court Orders. It sounds like you have several issues going on, including: tax, parenting time, insurance, etc.... View More
Ex spouse and I are looking to file for a dissolution of marriage in Colorado. We separated in September and already separated our bank accounts and all property other than the house we lived in and the car we shared (both currently in both our names). Are the proceedings quicker if we transfer the... View More
answered on Apr 1, 2024
Good Afternoon,
You ask an excellent question. First, let me say that I am very sorry to hear that you are going through tough times. In most folks' lives, the divorce process is fraught with fear and uncertainty. Let me reassure you, this too shall pass and there is an "other... View More
answered on Mar 2, 2024
Good question, under Colorado Domestic Relations law, there is no default/affirmative legal obligation to have an attorney represent you in the matter. By the default rules, you are legally permitted to represent yourself. Knowing that the law is complex and self-representation can be a risky... View More
After 8 years they were taken out of my custody and given to my stepmom but during the time I did get tanf for them they were in my custody and I still have not divorced but he has had another family and another child and still married to me
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answered on Feb 26, 2024
In your situation, seeking alimony and child support remains a possibility, despite the complexities of your circumstances. The fact that you are still legally married to the children's father and that he has started another family while still married to you does not nullify your rights to... View More
I am a US citizen my mother was a US citizen she gave my father his papers they are divorced my mother's deceased my father has another marriage with his wife and three other children his wife is from Mexico I believe she might be a resident I don't know my sisters are from here do I have... View More
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answered on Feb 26, 2024
In matters of inheritance and rights to a deceased parent's belongings, your citizenship status and the circumstances of your parents' marriage and divorce generally do not directly affect your entitlements. If your father passes away without a will (intestate), the laws of the state... View More
CONTACTING MY CHILDREN WHO SHE HAS NEVER MET OR SPOKEN TO BEFORE. HOW CAN I STOP THIS. SHE HAS NO RIGHT TO BE CONTACTING MY CHILDREN
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answered on Feb 19, 2024
If they are adult children then there is nothing to be done. They can block the number if they choose. But if it rises to harassment and defamation then it could give rise to other legal claims.
If they are minor children, and you have 100% custody and control then that is a different... View More
I did not get the state wrong...Only the city of previous divorce.
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answered on Feb 23, 2024
A minor error such as putting the wrong city of a previous divorce on your marriage license is unlikely to invalidate your marriage. Marriage licenses typically require accurate information about your marital history, but small mistakes or discrepancies may not have significant legal consequences.... View More
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