How Long Does It Take To Get A Divorce In Colorado?

One of the most frequently asked questions when it comes to divorce is how much time it will take. Most of the time, the people who are wondering that question are facing this process without a clear idea of what to expect; they may not have been through divorce before, and may not have had close friends or family members who have either.

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Do You Need A Lawyer To Get Divorced In Colorado?

Divorce is one of the most difficult transitions that any family can navigate. Many people who are facing the prospect of divorce find themselves overwhelmed, scared, stressed out, and completely unsure of what to do next. You’re not alone if you are feeling those things!

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What is Mediation, Really? (And Do I Want It?) - Part II: The Process

Penn A. Dodson

Mediation empowers you to find your own solutions to conflict and disagreement that may arise when making big changes in your life. In Part 1 of our series, we discussed how Mediation allows you to resolve your family disputes, on your terms … and not somebody else's.

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What is Mediation, Really? (And Do I Want It?) - Part I: On Your Terms

Penn A. Dodson

If you are enmeshed in the divorce process or are otherwise facing a conflict situation, somebody may have suggested that you go through “mediation.” (Some people misread it and think they've been invited to meditation, and start envisioning solemn chants in a quiet room. Mediation is not that.)

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Should I Get A Prenup (or Postnup)?

Penn A. Dodson

A prenuptial agreement (“prenup”) is basically a contract between two people who are intending on being married. This is an agreement that states, among other things, what would happen to the assets that each had prior to the marriage, in the event of a divorce. A postnuptial agreement (“postnup”) is basically the same thing, just signed after the marriage occurs.

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Your “Day In Court” – It’s Not What You Think

Penn A. Dodson

TV has ruined us. When you think of feeling wronged, you may imagine yourself in scenes sort of like those you've seen on shows – sitting on the witnessstand, with a wise and stately judge to one side, a well-dressed and articulate lawyer in front of you, and your almost-ex's lawyer disheveled and disorganized at the other counsel table. You imagine your lawyer asking a pointed question and you tell the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth – perhaps dabbing a tissue to your eye from time to time.

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"I Just Want Out" – How to Take a Breath and Avoid Big Mistakes

Penn A. Dodson

If you're to the point in your relationship that all you want is to be divorced as soon as possible – yesterday, if you could find a way – it's tempting to make hasty decisions that you may later regret. That being the case, there are ways to speed the process along without skipping essential steps.

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