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Quick Answer: Can I Appeal a Magistrate's Order in Colorado? You can appeal a magistrate's order, but not directly to the Colorado Court of Appeals. The process of appealing a magistrate's order in Colorado has a mandatory first step: you must file a Petition for Review with a district court judge. If a magistrate issued a f... CONTINUE READING
Choosing mediation can be a smart way to keep a Colorado divorce more cooperative, private, and controlled. But even in an amicable case, one problem remains: the mediator cannot protect either side's legal interests or tell you whether a proposed agreement is fair. Mediators remain neutral and don't give legal advice to either party. That creates real risk for people handling mediation on their own. By the time you receive a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), the terms for property... CONTINUE READING
For many Denver families, one of the first major questions in a divorce is cost. The process you choose can affect not only how much you spend, but also how predictable those expenses are from the start. Litigation often becomes more expensive as the case moves through motions, hearings, preparation, and court appearances. Mediation usually gives families more con... CONTINUE READING
In most Denver divorce and family law cases, mediation is mandatory. Courts in the 2nd Judicial District typically require mediation before a case can move toward trial. The goal is to give both sides a chance to resolve issues like parenting time, decision-making, and property division without going to court. This usually happens as part of the broader case management process under... CONTINUE READING
Colorado child support laws have shifted significantly in 2026 for high earners, raising the mandatory guideline cap from a combined monthly adjusted gross income of $30,000 to $40,000 — or $480,000 annually. While these updates aim to standardize support for affluent families, applying the income shares model to high-net-worth situations remains complex. For parents in the Denver metro area, understanding exactly where your income falls under the new C.R.S. 14-10-115 high-income... CONTINUE READING
With the passage of HB25-1159, Colorado is officially moving past the so-called "93 overnight cliff" for child support calculations. For a long time, parents found themselves fighting for a particular number of overnight visits simply because a single night could dramatically shift child support payments. This approach fueled disputes and confusion. Starting March 1, 2026, child support courts began using a graduated parenting time adjustment, recognizing the role of each... CONTINUE READING
In Colorado, biology creates a strong presumption of parental rights, but it is not the only path to legal standing in a child's life. State law recognizes that parent-child bonds are built on care and commitment, not just genetics. For a non-biological caregiver, this recognition comes through a legal process called the Allocation of Parental Responsibilities (APR). This process allows you to petition the court for parenting time and decision-making authority. Frequently,... CONTINUE READING
The date printed on a marriage license frequently fails to reflect the true start of a legal partnership, particularly for same-sex couples in Colorado who were historically barred from obtaining one. For decades, Colorado law prevented same-sex couples from marrying, creating a legal fiction that these long-term relationships began only after the Obergefell... CONTINUE READING
In Colorado, the duration of spousal maintenance is typically calculated based strictly on the number of months between the date of marriage and the date of the decree. This creates a significant financial exposure gap for couples with long pre-marital cohabitation periods. The law that governs this is Colorado Revised Statute 14-10-114, which applies advisory guidelines to determine maintenance terms. For marriages lasting between 3 and 20 years, the statute sugg... CONTINUE READING
Divorced parents in Colorado often worry about how college tuition fits into their child support obligations. After years of contributing to regular child support, many parents wonder if the financial responsibility continues once their child graduates from high school and heads off to college. The question of whether parents have to pay child support and college expenses raises complex legal and emotional issues that depend on state law, court orders, and the language of you... CONTINUE READING
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Trista McElhaney Price is a founding partner at Price Family Law, LLC. She specializes in high-asset divorce cases and legal matters involving complex business and financial issues as well as complex custody matters involving domestic violence, substance abuse issues, and mental health issues. Read Full Bio.
How Is Child Support Calculated in Colorado? Colorado calculates child support with an income shares model. The state combines both parents’ adjusted g [...]
