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Over the past few years, the housing market in the Denver metro area has exploded. Housing prices, rent, and the cost of living in and around Denver continue to hit all-time highs. For many, the dream of home ownership in Denver has become out-of-reach and the thought of relocating to a less expensive area is becoming more appealing. While the…
By now, it’s no secret that COVID-19 has completely changed the way we communicate with each other. From virtual birthday parties to working remotely, it seems that just about every aspect of our lives has gone virtual. Family law attorneys and the family law courts have been forced to quickly adapt to this new normal, and now, just about every…
The selection of a mediator in your family law matter is an important process that affects the outcome of your case. There are a handful of considerations to make during your selection process. Who Can Mediate in Colorado? In Colorado, mediation is governed under Colorado Revised Statutes § 13-22-301. The State of Colorado does not certify, license, or otherwise regulate…
Which “type” of adoption is right for you and your family? The answer to this depends on the unique circumstances of your case. In the state of Colorado, there are different “types” of adoptions, each with their own legal requirements and subsequent processes. Kindship Adoption Kinship adoption typically involves a prospective adoptive parent who has been caring for another family…
Deciding to adopt a child is a big and exciting decision. If you are considering adoption or just beginning your adoption journey and feeling overwhelmed, you are not alone. Adoption is a highly regulated process in the state of Colorado. There are many steps to take and qualifications to meet before a court will make the adoption of your child…
If you find yourself at GEM Family Law or calling our main line, odds are that you have had the pleasure of meeting our legal assistant, Julianna (“Julie”) Clemmer. Julianna is an invaluable member of our team, bringing high energy, incredible customer care, and a talent for foreign accents to the firm! This week, learn more about Julie! Q. How…
In any domestic relations case where the court has jurisdiction over the parties’ minor children, i.e., a Petition for Allocation of Parental Responsibilities (“APR”) or a Petition for Dissolution of Marriage (“divorce”), or Legal Separation, one of the main issues will be determining a parenting time schedule that is in the child’s best interest. In 1999, Colorado stopped using the…
It is a common misconception that, once your child reaches a certain age, they can automatically decide who they want to live with. In Colorado, before a child reaches the age of 18, there is not a “magic” age that gives an adolescent or teenager the autonomy to make a decision with regard to which parent they would rather live…
If 2020 taught us anything, it is that you can never anticipate every possible “what if” in your life. For parents, 2020 was wrought with complications, including cancellation of extracurricular practices and activities, closures of daycare facilities and summer camps, quarantine requirements, distancing from caretakers (like grandparents), and of course, facilitating virtual learning. While it is impossible to account for…
Q. How long have you been a practicing attorney? A. I have been an attorney for 10 years. Q. Have you ever worked in any areas other than family law? A. I practiced consumer bankruptcy law and small business law before this. I was also a financial advisor. Q. What drew you to the practice area of family law? A.…
