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 […]
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We are living in unprecedented times. Schools are moving to virtual classes, businesses are closing their doors, and the recreational activities Colorado knows and loves are no longer available to us. The concept of social distancing is shifting from a recommendation to an expectation. At GEM Family Law, we take […]
You and your spouse have decided it’s better off for everyone to get a divorce, but if you and your spouse are getting along just fine, do you really need an attorney? Don’t attorneys just make things worse? If you do it yourself, what’s the worst that can happen? Most […]
If you are going through the process of litigating a divorce or family law matter, the stress of the unknown can often be the worst part. Putting your family’s future in the hands of a judge or magistrate is hard to swallow and can be daunting. The alternative to going […]
Scheduling and Court Appearances: Things to Think About Before Summer (Part III) In the third and final installment of our blog series regarding things that you should think about before the summer, we discuss how your family law matter may be impacted by summer schedules and how to appropriately prepare. […]
TOOLS TO HELP WITH DIFFICULT CO-PARENTING RELATIONSHIPS Appropriate communication with your co-parent is imperative to avoiding conflict. However, this is an area where people tend to struggle the most. While technology can complicate family law cases, there are a number of tools through the internet that have assisted many co-parents […]
The Importance of a detailed parenting plan Whether you are establishing a parenting plan for the first time or modifying an old parenting plan, establishing a detailed parenting plan will make a difference in your future co-parenting relationship and the lives of your children. Oftentimes, parents starting the process of […]
What is Mediation and Why do I Have to Go? If you are involved in a family law court case, you will likely be ordered by the Court to attempt to resolve the disputed issue with the Opposing Party through mediation. Many people, especially those entrenched in a hotly contested […]
a healthier way to divorce: the benefits of the collaborative process Divorce is, undoubtedly, one of the most difficult times in a person’s life. Your family changes, your goals evolve, and your financial circumstances shift. For many people, healing and recovery from divorce does not begin until after the divorce […]