Divorce

Colorado Divorce Filing

There are two basic issues that need to be resolved in any divorce. First, the couple must figure out how they want to divide their property. Second, if there are children, the couple must create a plan to raise them. If you are in the military, however, there are issues surrounding military divorce that civilians generally do not have to handle.

We have laid out some divorce facts below. If you are considering divorce, you need a qualified divorce attorney to advise and guide you. Otherwise, it is all too easy to forget to include assets, or not have a contingency plan for when conflicts do arise. Our firm has the knowledge and the experience to guide you through the process. Please call the Marrison Law Firm to discuss how we can serve you.

Property Division

Colorado is an equitable division state. The property split doesn’t have to be 50/50, although it often ends up that way. Marital property includes everything, minus gifts and inheritance, which a couple has acquired during the marriage. This list can include houses, cars, military pensions, 401(k) accounts, and other personal property. Equity and interest are also included.

The amount of interest and 401(k) money that the other spouse receives depends on how long the couple has been married. The sooner you get a divorce, the less capital gain the other spouse gets in the final divorce property settlement.

Parenting Rights and Responsibilities

Even if the parents are no longer together, they have to work together if there are children involved. Parents (or the court) must decide where their children will live, who will make decisions about their lives, and how much child support the non-custodial spouse will pay. Unless the two parties agree on another, higher number, child support is calculated in a formula determined by statutory child support guidelines.

Unless you have no kids, property, or income, securing a divorce lawyer is absolutely necessary. We can work with you to draft a decree and a parenting plan that will work well into the future.

Contact the Marrison Law Firm to talk to a lawyer about divorce filing for civilians and military families.