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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 v. Hodges… Read More.
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… Read More.
Denver, CO – October 2025 — We’re proud to announce that Price Family Law, LLC has been recognized among Colorado’s Best Businesses, Nonprofits, and Individuals in the Denver Metro Area for 2025. This honor highlights firms that go above and beyond in service, ethics, and community impact, and for us, it’s a reflection of what… Read More.
Knowledge Is Power Why Knowing Which Questions to Ask a Family Law Attorney Is Important In certain situations — like divorce, child support disputes, and adoption, to name a few — engaging a family law attorney is not a luxury . . . it is a necessity. The advice, counsel, and support of this professional… Read More.
Colorado Law Protects Those Who Need it Most Relationships are filled with ups and downs. Unfortunately, sometimes they disintegrate to the point where the safety of one individual and/or their children is of issue. The state of Colorado recognizes this and has safeguards, referred to as protection orders, in place to help those who fear… Read More.
Protecting Your Well-Being Is Always a Priority When your safety is at issue, immediate and decisive action is imperative. Not all relationships last forever. Some couples simply grow apart, while others face specific issues that fuel their separations. Unfortunately, at times, either the reasons for the divorce or its impact places one person in danger… Read More.
Taking Action When Your Future Is in Question Restraining Orders Change Lives As the recipient of a restraining order, you are likely feeling a host of emotions, especially if you believe the request was granted in error. Knowing what to do and what not to do in situations like this is important; your actions can… Read More.
Child Endangerment Is Complicated Safeguarding Your Family Is a Priority Are you concerned about the welfare of your child or children? If so, you do have options for action, but whether or not you can leverage the law on your behalf depends upon what is actually happening. As you likely know, parents’ beliefs regarding appropriate… Read More.
Marriage Is a Significant Life Event If you are engaged and planning your wedding or civil union, you are about to embark upon a period of fun and excitement. You’re looking forward to a forever life with someone you love and respect, and the future is bright. That said, at this point in time it… Read More.
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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.
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 car [...]
