Denver Family Law
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The Denver family law attorneys a divorce specialists at Theodore Watson & Associates, LLC have successfully helped parents and families to resolve disputes in a variety of family law matters, including, child custody and parenting time, spousal support (alimony), child support collection, divorce, out of state matters and paternity. Theodore Watson & Associates, LLC, located in Denver, Colorado, is dedicated to helping you understand how the process works and preparing a strong case in the event that you have to litigate disputes in a Colorado family law courts.
- File the appropriate forms with the Courts
- Ascertain the proper division of assets
- Resolve matters promptly
- Make wise decisions for your future
- Protect your children’s rights and your visitation
- Develop strengths early in your case
- Learn how the process works
- Develop the strengths of your case early
- Resolve many disputes without unnecessary litigation
- Aggressive representation
- Free initial consultation
Call our experienced attorneys at 720-941-7200 for a free initial consultation.
Separation versus Divorce
Colorado family law treats a legal separation like an actual divorce. Issues such division of assets, allocation of parental rights, and determination of monthly support are all reviewed by the court. However, the husband and wife remain married. As your Denver family law and divorce attorney, we ensure that understand the rationale for obtaining a legal separations versus an actual divorce. For example, a family may decide to obtain a legal separation simply to maintain for health insurance.
Colorado No- fault Divorce
Colorado family law recognizes “no fault” divorce law. This means that either the husband or wife can request a dissolution of marriage merely because the marriage is broken and they do not feel that there is a chance the making it work. The Denver family law attorneys at Watson & Associates, LLC help you to make better decisions and minimize stress throughout the divorce process or any type of family separation. We accomplish this by presenting the same issues in a way that the court looks at them. We also help you to craft solutions that best impact your future. Our Denver family law lawyers also bring over 20 years of experience and legal advice to your case and maintain the skill and experience to help you through the litigation process.
Property Division
Denver family law courts recognize the principle of “equitable distribution.” This means that asset distribution such as and debts are divided between the spouses in a fair manner, which may not be equal. A family law judge may take into account many considerations in making the division and has a great deal of discretion in this regard. The only assets divided are those in the marital estate, which are usually the assets acquired during the marriage, and the increase in value of assets owned by each spouse prior to the marriage. Our Denver divorce attorneys have successfully resolved such disputes both in and out of the courtroom. We help you to resolve all family law disputes with minimal litigation. However, if we have to enter the courtroom, our lawyers stand prepared to aggressively protect your rights.
Resolve Colorado Child Custody Disputes
Colorado family law now uses the term “allocation of decision-making responsibility” or “allocation of parental responsibility” when addressing child custody and visitation matters. During a family break up or divorce, you want to quickly make decisions that determine which parent makes certain decisions for the children. This is one of the most disputed issues in family law. Our Denver child custody lawyers understand the frustration and complexity of the issues and can guide you in the right direction. See our FAQs.
We help you to prepare the best and most persuasive case so that the child’s best interests are actually served and that all important information is gathered and presented to the family law courts. Our law firm can also assist you with the modification of custody orders and help with mediation of the current disputes you may have.
Contested Disputes
Spousal maintenance in Colorado is dependent upon factors such as the length of the marriage, the ages of the spouses, the length of time maintenance is considered necessary, and the capability of the spouse to contribute to the other spouse. Family law courts have wide discretion to decide spousal support matters. Therefore, our Denver family law attorneys ensure that you understand the process. This way, you can make informed decisions early in your case. We provide you with legal advice and help you to form a persuasive case to help a judge to rule in your favor.
Get Statewide Help
The family law firm of Theodore Watson & Associates, LLC litigates family law cases throughout Arapahoe County, Jefferson County, Douglas County, Adams County and the cities of Denver, Littleton, Centennial, Aurora, Lakewood, Golden, Northglenn, Thornton, Brighton, Highlands Ranch, Parker, Lakewood, Arvada, Englewood and Westminster.
Contact us
If you are considering a Colorado divorce or need Denver family law lawyers to give you reliable legal advice and guide you through a post-divorce modification, please contact us online, or call 720-941-7200.
