If you’re navigating the loss of a loved one in Colorado and you’ve heard the term probate, you’re not alone in wondering what exactly that means — or how complicated…
September 30, 2025
When you’re hiring an attorney, cost matters — not just how much you’re paying, but how you’re being charged. One of the first decisions you’ll face is whether to work…
September 23, 2025
With so many legal templates available online, it’s tempting to think you can handle your own prenuptial agreement — especially if both partners are on the same page. You download…
September 16, 2025
The idea of an uncontested divorce sounds ideal: no drawn-out court battles, no fighting over who gets what, and no sky-high legal bills. In the best-case scenario, it’s a smooth,…
September 9, 2025
In an age where nearly everything can be done online — from ordering groceries to starting a business — it’s no surprise that estate planning has followed suit. Online legal…
September 2, 2025
If you’re getting married in Colorado and thinking about a prenuptial agreement, one of the first questions you’ll likely ask is: How much does a prenup cost? And it’s a…
August 26, 2025
Let’s face it: estate planning can feel overwhelming. Between confusing legal jargon, uncertainty about costs, and the emotional weight of planning for the future, it’s easy to put off. That’s…
August 19, 2025
Marriage is about love, trust, and building a future together—but it’s also a legal partnership. While no one walks down the aisle expecting divorce, many couples are waking up to…
August 12, 2025
If you’ve ever lost a loved one in Colorado, you know that grief is hard enough without having to deal with the court system. Yet for many families, that’s exactly…
August 5, 2025
If you plan to leave a 401(k) or IRA to your child—or you’ve recently inherited one yourself—there’s a new set of rules you need to know. Thanks to changes under…
July 8, 2025
If you’ve Googled “Colorado estate planning lawyer” lately, you’ve probably noticed the word trust popping up everywhere. That’s because a well-drafted trust can spare your family court-supervised probate, protect your…
July 2, 2025
Probate can get a bad rap; and that’s because, in some states, it’s a lengthily, costly, and complex process. For those who live in those states where probate is a…
July 12, 2022
When someone dies, their stuff will go to certain people. Who those people are will depend on whether the person who died left a will or trust. If the person…
July 5, 2022
Have you been named as a Personal Representative for someone? Or are you working on your will and need to nominate a Personal Representative? Wondering what the heck a Personal…
June 28, 2022
When someone dies and probate is opened in Colorado, the first decision you need to make is if the probate process will be formal or informal. During a formal probate…
June 21, 2022
“Estate” sounds very fancy and like it only applies to those with substantial wealth, but all of us actually have an estate. What’s in our estate and what it’s valued…
June 14, 2022
Like many things in the law, “probate” is something that sounds more complicated than the concept really is. Simply, “probate” is the legal process by which the assets of someone…
June 9, 2022
During the latest Family Law Hour webinar, I covered what to expect during a contested hearing in your divorce or custody case. During this live stream, I discuss: Watch the…
August 11, 2021
During the latest Family Law Hour webinar, I covered how custody or parenting time is determined in Colorado if the parents can’t agree on a schedule. During this live stream,…
May 18, 2021
During the latest Family Law Hour webinar, I covered how assets and debts are divided in a divorce. During this live stream, I covered the following questions: Plus, I share…
April 23, 2021
