Can I get back child support paid by my father after my mom's death?

Your father's obligation to pay support for you, and other sibling if there are any, became a judgment each and every time he missed a payment. The...

The question is not as simple as it appears. The final orders will impact this question. You should carefully read the courts order or the...

It would be legal for him to do as he has threatened. I concur with the others who have commented. If you cannot talk him off this ledge, then get...

Will she have a chance in court? Will she be entitled to alimony, maintenance, etc.?

Not at all an unusual question. The answer is a bit complex. First, the test for spousal maintenance is Colorado is two pronged. First the party...

Will I go to jail if my significant other and I get married and he can't pay his ex wife's debt?

Fair question. But not one to worry about from your perspective. It is not quite clear what you mean by legally separated. If there was an actual...

What is the age for the child to decide which parent to permanently reside with?

I generally agree with my colleagues on their responses. There is no 'age for the child to decide' in CO. However, that is not perhaps the right...

Soon-to-be ex wife admits she "doesn't want the stress of a job" post-divorce. Can I insist on a seek-work order in our decree?

The issues you pose, and the point from which you are approaching the facts in the case, cause me concern. You need to get an attorney on board to...

In Colorado, can a judge have the power to further punish a losing party by taking away more assets, if they decide to appeal

This question causes some concern. First, judges cannot punish parties. If they have personal vendettas that can be proved they should be removed....

What should I do if I was listed as the petitioner on paperwork that I was served?

The question of whether Colorado might have jurisdiction is not able to be answered by the information provided. But the fact of you having been...

Am I suppose to "reimburse" the ex-wife even if she isn't paying the fees?

The question you have to ask yourself is, are her obligations to pay expenses for your children in fact being paid. If they are, and you are...