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Child custody and co-parenting in Colorado

If you are thinking about divorce or you have already begun the process, it's safe to say that you no longer feel the same way about your spouse as you once did. However, if you and your spouse have children together, you undoubtedly still want to raise your children to be happy and secure people, although you may have concerns about how this can work.

The hope is that parents will be able to work together to raise their children, even if the marriage is over. The courts in Colorado recognize parental responsibilities and the best interests of the child as the core elements to consider in child custody decisions.

Is co-parenting the right choice for your family?

There is no one-size-fits-all solution to child custody concerns. Just as each family is different, it is important that every child custody plan is tailored to the unique needs of those particular parents and children. Finding a child custody plan that works for your family is an important decision, and many Colorado families find that they benefit from a co-parenting plan.

Who gets the house in divorce? 3 things to consider

When divorcing couples try to divide marital property, the family home is typically a major point of contention. After all, it's most families' biggest financial asset, and many divorcing spouses have a strong emotional attachment to the home. So who gets the home in divorce? And is there ever a situation where it's best to let it go?

Is it worth fighting over?

When going through a divorce, you can generally choose whether you want to collaborate with your former partner or leave the division of property to the court. If you and your former spouse can come to an agreement without involving the courts, everyone is usually happier and less stressed.

Top 4 ways to mitigate the impact of divorce on your children

Getting a divorce doesn't automatically mean your children will be negatively impacted for life. It does, however, mean that they will go through a big change, which some children may find traumatic, stressful and full of anxiety or depression. It breaks your heart thinking about that possibility. Your children are the light of your life, and you want to do everything you can to make their life easier and make it the best it can be. You want them to feel supported and loved through this big life change.

There are many do's and don'ts when it comes to how to behave before, during and after a divorce to minimize the impact on your children. Here are the top four ways to do that.

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