Fort Collins Family Law Blog
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Domestic Violence During the Holidays
A discussion for what recognizing signs of domestic violence during the holidays, and helping domestic violence victims get connected with resources that can save their lives.
Co-Parenting Over the Holidays
Co-Parenting Over The Holidays In many divorce and custody battles, the parenting plan outlines holiday plans- especially religious holidays, such as Christmas. However, if you did not have that plan legally detailed for you, then you may find yourself wondering about the best way to handle custody over the holidays. Generally, the sooner these expectations are negotiated, the better. Things To Consider Mentioning During This Discussion Significant Holidays Right now, Christmas is around...
Part 2- Addressing Common Divorce Myths and Custody Myths
Addressing common myths about divorce, custody, and what these processes look like.
Divorcing a Narcissist
At Alexander & Associates, LLC Attorneys at Law, we would be lying if we said that we hadn’t witnessed our fair share off unpleasant divorces. As much as we wish all divorces happened between amicable exes, who are ready to set aside their differences to accomplish the divorce (and when applicable, maturely coparent), but the fact of the matter is that divorce can be unpleasant, especially when divorcing a narcissist. Either way, we are prepared to help you and fight for you.What is a...
My Ex Won’t Sign the Papers, Now What?
-- What if My Ex Won't Sign the Divorce Papers? Divorce, even when amicable, can be a tiring and stressful experience for both parties involved. It can become even more frustrating when your spouse (or shall we say, soon-to-be-ex) is uncooperative, unhelpful, and resistant to signing the divorce papers. He or she may be holding onto that last thread of hope that they can make the relationship still work, or they may be trying to create leverage for certain assets they are fighting for, or...
Addressing Divorce and Custody Myths Part 1
Custody and Divorce Myths This is the first of a multi-part of a series where we will address some common myths about divorce and custody. By no means, are these all of them. Stay tuned with our blog for more of them! Divorce is Something to Be Ashamed Of -FALSE DIVORCE MYTHS- Today, approximately 40% of marriages end in divorce, and therefore, divorce is incredibly normal. Some people choose to stay in unhappy marriages because they’re afraid of a social stigma that truly seldom...
Three Questions to Ask a Divorce Lawyer Before You Hire Them
Questions For Your Divorce Lawyer As experienced Fort Collins divorce, child custody, and family law attorneys, we understand how extremely private and important divorce matters can be. As a result, it is pertinent to lay the groundwork with your lawyer before you hire them. Going into your consultation, it is a good idea to have a foundation of your expectations to ensure that your needs will be met, along with an idea of the services your potential lawyer(s) provide; especially when...
Common Divorce Conflicts
Here at Alexander and Associates, LLC Attorneys at Law, we know that divorce is much more complicated than a typical break up. We are local divorce attorneys who are here to help you navigate the complexities of divorce, help you understand and navigate the legalese, and help you get what you need out of your divorce process. Divorce has all the pain and drama of a typical break up, plus a battle – determining what is rightfully ...
How has divorce Changed Over the Years?
Divorce History and No Fault Divorce's Role This post will be the first of a two-part series, which discusses how divorce has changed throughout American history. Prior to 1969, it was much more difficult and riskier to obtain a divorce anywhere in the US. This was a time when you needed to legally accuse your spouse of ruining your marriage to obtain a divorce. That meant that unless you could prove that your spouse had an affair, abandoned you, and was inhumanely cruel towards you, courts...
Is joint custody good for kids?
Determining who receives what during a divorce is a crucial element of the process. Couples who are divorcing typically hire lawyers because they can't agree on how to share their assets or custody. In this article, we will discuss custody arrangements and the benefits and drawbacks of joint custody. What is Joint Custody? The legal definition of Joint Custody is: “in divorce actions, a decision by the court (often upon agreement of the parents) that the parents will share custody of a child....
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