This is not about you "defending yourself." The issue is: did you file the case in a county which is considered proper venue under the law? If yes,...

Can I move out of state with my son from Colorado. I am the primary caretaker and my ex husband does not help at all

In order to make that kind of move, you will need either the dad's permission or the court's permission, and there is a specific process you need...

What are the limitations on child support?

Just to stress a point, even if you are married (and it does not sound like you are - common law marriage takes a lot more than living together and...

My fiance and I are raising a child of which Im not the biological father. We want to ensure him and his familycan't get custody

Unless the Department of Human Services seeks termination of the father's parental rights in a Dependency and Neglect action, the only way to...

For mandatory disclosures do i have to send pay stubs ect to other party or just make them available if requested?

The rule (16.2) is not as clear as it could be, but I think most judges and magistrates will hold that you need to send copies of the required...

My soon to be ex husband has a no contact order with my children. Will i be able to get full custody in divorce court?

That depends on a number of things, including what you mean when you use the term "full custody." Colorado law no longer uses the term "custody,"...

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Just to supplement what the other lawyers have said and to address a misconception you and many other people have: marijuana is not legal in...

Have a question for a tax attorney about claiming dependents

As Mr. Leroi noted, if your court orders allow him to claim one or more of the children, then you are under a duty to sign and give him the Form...

My ex said he took a job paying less money and has had another child so he is able to reduce my child support...is this true?

The new job for less money might result in a change in child support. The new child will not. The statute reads: "The adjustment pursuant to this...

I inherited some money a few months ago when my mom died. My husband and I are divorcing in Colorado. Will he get half?

If you kept your inheritance in your name and completely separate from other property, then your husband can only receive part of any increase in...