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Changing child custody orders might be necessary as your child's needs change or other circumstances shift. You must understand some basic points and make a plan accordingly, whether you are seeking the modification or if your ex files the petition.
What is a parenting plan?
In Colorado, parents have to submit a parenting plan when they are going through the divorce process. This plan can be filled out jointly, or if a mutual agreement can't be reached, a judge will make the decision on parental rights.
I'm divorced. Can I move with my child?
In Colorado, parenting plans are used to establish the rights and responsibilities of unmarried parents. But what happens when one parent wants to change the plan by moving with the child?
4 tips for effective summer co-parenting
Now that summer is finally here, your kids are probably gearing up for three months of fun and adventure. As a parent, though, you might not be quite as excited.
VIDEO: How parents can put their kids first during divorce
When parents are determining child custody and parenting time issues, their sole focus must be on the children's best interests. Hurt egos, resentment, disappointment and financial concerns must be kept separate.
VIDEO: How is parenting time determined?
For most parents, the time that they have with their children is their most precious treasure. That's why if you are going through a divorce, you are probably wondering where your children will live and how much time you are going to get to spend with them.
How Colorado courts deal with child custody issues
When parents break up (or were never in a relationship to begin with), child custody is often the biggest legal issue they will encounter. If you're facing this situation, it helps to have a basic understanding of how Colorado law deals with these types of cases.
How does marijuana use factor into custody decisions?
Recreational marijuana has been legal in Colorado for some time now. Still, there are a lot of questions about how a person's marijuana use might affect other legal issues. This is especially true when it comes to family law issues like child custody and parenting time.
