What the heck is an Advance Directive?
You may have heard the term advance directive, but have no idea what it means. Maybe you know it has something to do with dying. Maybe you think it sounds…
January 26, 2016
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What It Means to be a Dad
I came across this video the other week, and I found it very powerful. What I loved most about it was that it helps demonstrate is that there is no…
January 20, 2016
Why is Divorce So Expensive?
Getting married is cheap. Really. Although most people have a costly ceremony and reception with family and friends, in reality, it costs $35 to get married in Denver. All you…
January 12, 2016
Don’t Get Married Without Answering These Questions
Getting married is one of the biggest decisions you can make in life. It shouldn’t be taken lightly. It’s easy, however, to get caught up in the excitement and romance…
January 7, 2016
A Year to Review
As the year draws to a close, it’s a good time to reflect on the year that was. Hopefully, you experienced many positive moments this year and easily overcame those…
December 28, 2015
The Relationship Status of Divorce and Bankruptcy: It’s Complicated
As with many things in life, timing can be everything. In family law, timing is especially important when it comes to getting divorced and filing for bankruptcy. It’s important to…
December 22, 2015
Planning for Your Pets When You Die
Many of us who have pets consider them family. My husband and I love our two dogs, Jake and Grace (pictured above). Should anything happen to both of us, we…
December 15, 2015
We Want Prenup!
Prenups have gotten a bad rap. Most people think they’re only for the wealthy – or for avoiding gold diggers (thanks, Kanye). But truthfully, I think every couple looking to…
December 7, 2015
10 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t D.I.Y. Your Will
Generally, I’m all about DIY. Not only do I enjoy creating something, but it usually saves me money. However, as much as I love it, there are certain things where DIY isn’t…
December 1, 2015
Living Together? You may want to consider this.
More and more couples today are moving in before – or without the intention of – getting married. (My husband and I lived together for 6 years before tying the…
November 23, 2015
Are you legally the father?
In the eyes of the Court, biological paternity and legal paternity are two separate distinctions. And unfortunately for unmarried fathers, being the child’s biological father does not automatically establish legal…
November 17, 2015
Who makes medical decisions when you can’t?
The wake of the recent unfortunate events involving Lamar Odom, while stirring a gossip frenzy, does bring to light an important reminder. Whether unconscious, incompetent or otherwise just unable to…
November 9, 2015
Talking to Kids about Divorce
Psychology Today recently posted an article about how to talk to your child about divorce. While every child and every family is different, the article provides some practical advice and,…
November 1, 2015