12 STEPS OF DIVORCE: THE BASICS – Step 5 – Discovery and Depositions
In this series, the Andersen Law PC blog is spelling out the 12 steps of divorce on month at a time. The intent is to walk you through the process one simple step at a time. This month, we cover Step 5 of Divorce: Discovery and Depositions. (To see the process in a...
12 STEPS OF DIVORCE: THE BASICS – Step 6 – Hiring a CFI, PRE, Vocational Evaluator, Real Estate Appraiser and Other Experts
In this series, the Andersen Law PC blog is spelling out the 12 steps of divorce on month at a time. The intent is to walk you through the process one simple step at a time. This month, we cover Step 6 of Divorce: hiring a CFI, PRE, vocational evaluator, real estate...
Do You Need a Trust?
A common question in estate planning is whether you need a trust or if a will alone suffices. In Colorado, a will alone is often sufficient. Unlike some other states, Colorado has a relatively simple probate process. It is not overly onerous and can often be...
12 STEPS OF DIVORCE: Step 5 – Discovery & Depositions
For the next several months, the Andersen Law PC blog will spell out the 12 steps of divorce. This month, we’re focusing on step five: discovery and epositions. As we track the divorce process, we will also follow two divorcing couples making their way through it....
12 STEPS OF DIVORCE: Step 4 – The Initial Status Conference
For the next several months, the Andersen Law PC blog will spell out the 12 steps of divorce. This month, we’re focusing on step four: the initial status conference. As we track the divorce process, we will also follow two divorcing couples making their way through...
Getting Married This Summer? 7 Reasons to Prepare Your Prenuptial Agreement Now
Getting married this summer? Now is the time to prepare and sign your prenuptial agreement. For years, most of my prenups involved marriages of one wealthy party and one not-so-wealthy.1 Next came established business professionals whose colleagues and business...
Elder Law: Why You May Want a Doctor’s Note As Part of Your Estate Plan
It is a bit awkward to tell a client they should get a doctor’s note as part of their estate plan. Maybe that is why I have had clients come into my office after struggling to use estate planning documents such as powers of attorney or wills simply because their prior...
Child Tax Credits and Joint Custody: Know the Law
Whether you are divorced, sharing parenting after a breakup, or going through the breakup process, you need to know your tax filing rights regarding your minor children and dependents. Unfortunately, If both parties do not come to an agreement, you could end up in...