What are the first steps in filing for divorce?
So you decided to file for divorce. What next? In Colorado, the first step is to serve the other parent with a petition, case information sheet and summons. These forms are available on the Colorado Judicial forms website. You cannot serve these forms yourself. You...
Evergreen Chamber Community Fund: A new way to give back
When FEMA officials visited my beautiful hometown of Evergreen, Colorado after our recent floods, they said that we could expect a major disaster every four years or so. Reflecting on recent blizzards, floods and fires, this sounds accurate. And the resulting...
New Grant Allows Parents Access to Child Care During Court in Jefferson County
As a member of the 1st District Access to Justice Committee (ATJ), I help find grants benefitting our courts. Working with excellent, passionate committee members, I have been part of the team winning two recent grants for our district. Earlier, I worked with Ric...
Michigan Judge Takes Surprising Action When Kids Refuse Order to See Their Father
Recently, a judge in Oakland County Michigan made national headlines for sending three children, ages 9, 10, and 15, to a juvenile facility after finding them in contempt of court for refusing to see their father. In an ongoing custody battle, the children refused to...
Host a Free Legal Presentation for Your Group
I have extensive experience with public speaking and leading workshops, both as a key presenter and as group leader. I am available to present or consult with your private groups, and in fact, it is one of my favorite things to do. Over the years, I have presented to...
A Parent’s Guide to Children and Divorce (Infographic)
As a family and divorce attorney in Littleton, Colorado, I see a wide variety of cases and a range of ways divorce is handled between not only the couple, but between parents and their kids. There is also a lot of confusion and misinformation out there about divorce...
Should a Small Business Owner Hire an Independent Contractor or Employee?
When you own growing small business, you’ll likely hit the point where you need to hire help. Then the question becomes whether to hire an independent contractor or an employee. When deciding between the two options, there are several factors to consider. Even though...
Small Business Tips: How to Start an LLC in Colorado
Creating a Limited Liability Company (LLC) is an appealing option when starting a business of any size. True to its namesake, an LLC provides its members limited liability in several areas. First, an LLC protects its members’ personal assets from being used to satisfy...
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