Family Law

At Highlands Ranch Law Center P.C., we know that litigation, especially divorce or child custody litigation can be emotionally and financially draining.  Our attorneys have the knowledge, skill, and experience necessary to navigate the complex issues of Colorado divorce, child custody, and child support. 

We work with our clients each step of the way to determine the best strategy for dealing with these life-altering decisions.  While we cannot take away the emotional pain you have suffered, we can take away the anxiety accompanied by legal proceedings so you can focus on what matters most: your family.

We specialize in family law matters relating to:

• Divorce
• Child Custody
• Child Support

While we strongly believe settlement is the best option, we are prepared to take your case to court if necessary.  “Work for settlement, prepare for trial” is our creed and our lawyers are equally at home in negotiations, mediation, or in trial.  We fight for you. 

Divorce

The dissolution of a marriage is a painful process you should never go through alone.  Our attorneys will help you from start to finish to ensure your divorce goes as smoothly as possible.  We make sure you understand the intricate nature of Colorado divorce law and can provide aid in:

• Filing paperwork
• The division of marital assets
• Negotiating alimony/spousal maintenance settlements
• Determining child support and child custody

Child Custody

Colorado State does not recognize the term child custody; instead, custody is called “Decision Making Responsibility.”  The court may appoint a Child and Family Investigator (CFI) to help determine who should have custody/responsibility of the children and will consider many factors when determining parental rights, including:

• The role each parent has played in the past
• The parents ability to foster a loving relationship with the other parent
• The best interests of the children

Whether you are looking to obtain sole or joint custody of your children, Highlands Ranch Law Center P.C. will be with you each step of the way, protecting your rights and the rights of your children.

Child Support

In Colorado, both parents, regardless of income, must pay a reasonable amount of child support.  The court determines the amount of child support based on factors such as:

• The number of children who are the subject of the investigation
• The gross monthly incomes of each parent
• The monthly cost of day care
• The monthly cost of family group health insurance

Failure to pay child support can result in the loss of your driver’s license and/or your professional license and will make you a delinquent of the state, negating your right to claim the child on tax returns.  Our attorneys will make sure your financial situation is properly presented to the courts while the amount of child support owed by each parent is determined.