Niwot, Colorado Law Blog
How does probate work in Colorado?
Most people don’t know what probate is until one of their loved ones passes away, and it’s time to execute their will. Those who are unfamiliar with estate planning may be confused or even intimidated by the probate process. They want to make sure all loose ends are...
Children’s best interest guide Colorado parenting time
In Colorado, all court decisions on child custody arrangements must focus on one issue to the exclusion of essentially everything else. The best interest of the child guides these decisions. Even if there were rational arguments against or for following this rule,...
Even if you can’t touch an asset, you can still split it
You’re getting ready for a divorce, and soon the state could divide the property shared by you and your partner. But assets go beyond physical goods these days. With such a large portion of your life online, it can be hard to know what counts. Colorado looks to divide...
3 reasons why you should have an estate plan
Creating an estate plan likely is not at the top of your list of things to do. There are many young adults who believe they have plenty of time to start their estate plan. Additionally, some people think that they do not have enough wealth to distribute leaving little...
Tips for talking to your children about divorce
If going through a divorce is challenging for you, imagine how your children probably feel. When parents make the decision to separate, it marks a major change for their children. Everything that they have grown accustom to is going to be different and it may be...
A will or a trust, which do I need?
Estate planning is something that too few Colorado residents have taken the time to do. They all have their reasons for ignoring it or putting it off, but it is not something one should ignore forever. It is always better to make sure one's wishes are known and assets...
How to divorce in Colorado
If you and your spouse are ready to call it quits, you may be interested in divorce. For Colorado residents, divorce can be simple or complex depending on your situation. Here are the basics of divorce: You must have lived in Colorado for at least 91 days. A judge...
Colorado estate administration: sometimes will challenges arise
Colorado estate planners understandably want things to proceed smoothly and with optimal efficiency when the time comes to settle their estate. Candidly, that it isn’t always possible. We spotlight some of the reasons why at the proven Boulder County estate...
When do you need to change an estate plan?
It can be such an accomplishment to complete an estate plan that many people check the task off their lists and stop thinking about their estate plan altogether. However, estate plans are not intended to be created and then forgotten about. Estate plans work best when...
Estate planning steps for new parents
If a tragic event occurs and you pass away, your child’s well-being should be top of mind. It’s important to have the wherewithal to make plans for financial security, should you be able to provide that long-term stability. Below are a few steps to follow...
