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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....
Moving On: Hope after Divorce
Here is a friendly reminder – you’re allowed to feel whatever it is that you are feeling right now, and no, not everyone feels the same after divorcing. The great thing about feelings is that they don’t have answers, so there can be no wrong answers (how you treat people is an entirely different matter). Some experience feelings after divorce as an intense loss and feel incredibly sad, sometimes people feel relieved, some people feel overwhelmed and find it difficult to figure out how to be on...
Can I Date During my Divorce?
Dating During Divorce Wanting to date during the divorce process is perfectly natural. After all, it certainly is a lonely and stressful time, and it is entirely understandable to want to feel desirable and see new people. However, the general consensus among lawyers is to advise their clients against dating until the divorce is finalized because of the negative impact this can have on the divorce process. If you want to keep things simple, clean, and drama-free, don’t do it. Dating During...
What is the Difference Between a Divorce and an Annulment?
The Difference Between a Divorce and an AnnulmentAny time a marriage is ending, it can be a little daunting to navigate the legal terminology. At Alexander & Associates, we aim to remove the confusion by clarifying common divorce legal terms and advise and consult. We want our clients and community to understand all of the options out there to start working on the next chapter of their stories. In today’s post, we will clarify a very common question: what is the difference between a...
Staying Together for the Kids?
Is Staying Together For the Kids a Good Idea? How many times have you heard a friend, co-worker, or even yourself, say “We’re staying together for the kids,” while being in a pretty miserable marriage? Divorce is never easy, and if you have children, it can be even more complicated. Sometimes, it is best to stay together for the kids, but in many situations, children will benefit from having a peaceful home- which can sometimes only be accomplished by separating. Divorce may seem like it would...
Divorce when your Spouse is Disabled
DNavigating Divorce and Disability Divorces are incredibly complicated- and a heavy matter to deal with. Divorcing a spouse with a disability makes an already complex situation even harder on the couple. Disabilities can occur for a magnitude of reasons, and most of the time, they come as an absolute shock. Navigating the combination of divorce and disability requires caution, nuance, and legal representation from caring lawyers who are here to represent your best interest. Divorce and...
What is Primary Custody?
When a set of parents’ divorce, one of the most important things that is discussed is custody. There are many terms thrown around regarding custody: primary custody, physical custody, legal custody, etc. In this blog post, we hope to clarify these terms to help any divorcing or separating parents. So, what is Legal Custody vs Physical Custody? There are two different types of custody (sometimes referred to as physical custody): joint custody and primary custody. Legal Custody Vs Physical...
Co-Parenting 101
When safe and possible, it is best for the child to have both of their parents in their lives, because parental relationships will have the largest impact on the child’s life, and the largest influence of their health, mental well-being, and development. So how does one make it work? In short, the key to coparenting is to set aside the past and focus on your common goal: making a good life for your child where they know they are safe, loved, and secure. It may be difficult, as divorces are...
Divorce During COVID: The First 5 Steps
Social isolation and Stay-At-Home orders are making already bad situations worse. The stress of a pandemic, combined with the added financial stress can create uncomfortable situations for the best of relationships. If a relationship is struggling, then these added stressors can make things much worse. We are concerned about anyone struggling...
COVID-19 Updates from Alexander & Associates, LLC.
Thanks for trusting Alexander & Associates, LLC. with your legal matter. As you may have seen on the news or social media, some of the courthouses in Colorado are closing through April 3, 2020 for non-emergent hearings. We want to let you know how our office will be handling this closure. First, our office will remain OPEN, but available electronically.
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