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Adultery adds complexity to divorce cases in Colorado.”
– Michael McGonegal, Colorado Divorce Attorney
BROOMFIELD, COLORADO, UNITED STATES, Dec. 21, 2022 /EINPresswire.com/ — Tanis McGonegal Family Law Partners Michael McGonegal and Leonard D. Tanis are attorneys in the North Denver area with extensive experience handling adultery-related divorce cases in Colorado . One of the biggest questions they receive is whether a spouse’s adultery affects a judge’s decisions on awarding child support and custody. The answer is maybe.
Colorado is a no-fault divorce state, which means couples are not required to give a specific reason for their divorce. In Colorado, a couple seeking a divorce need only claim that the marriage is irretrievably broken, meaning the relationship is so badly damaged that it can no longer be saved. According to Tanis, adultery is not a legal ground for divorce in Colorado.
According to McGonegal, “Although adultery is not part of the discussion of whether a divorce should be granted, it can affect the division of assets in some Colorado divorce cases. Not only is it important not to lose sight of the financial impact of adultery on marital finances and the division of wealth, but it is also crucial not to lose sight of the emotional impact of adultery. Regardless of the legal ramifications, it matters to people, and burying your head in the sand does not help resolve these cases in a sane and fair manner.”
An example of how marital infidelity can affect the division of wealth is when a spouse used marital assets (such as money or property) to fund an extramarital affair. A court may take this into account when deciding how the couple’s property will be divided as part of the divorce.
An example of how adultery can affect alimony is when a spouse has incurred significant expenses (e.g., travel or gifts) as a result of an affair. A court can take this into account when deciding whether to award child support and, if so, how much.
According to the law, Colorado judges consider several factors when deciding how much child support is appropriate, including:
• the financial resources and solvency of the paying spouse
• the financial means of the receiving spouse
• the couple’s lifestyle during marriage
• Education, earning capacity and employability of each spouse
• the length of the marriage
• Age and medical condition of each spouse, including special medical needs
• each spouse’s non-monetary contributions to the marriage (e.g. child care) and
• any other factors that the court considers relevant.
(Colo. Rev. Stat. § 14-10-114(3)(c) (2021).)
Another consideration in a Colorado divorce is that alimony payments may be changed or terminated if the receiving spouse remarries, if the paying spouse becomes disabled or retires, or if there is a significant and persistent change in the financial circumstances of either spouse what makes the original unfairly forgiven.
In cases of adultery and custody in a Colorado divorce, the primary concern of the court in any custody case is the best interests of the child. This means that the court will consider a variety of factors when deciding custody, including the child’s age, health, and relationship with each parent. The court also considers each parent’s ability to provide for the child’s physical, emotional, and developmental needs.
In most cases, a parent’s extramarital affair is not considered when the court makes a custody decision. However, there may be certain circumstances in which the affair could be relevant to the custody decision. For example, if the affair affected the parent’s ability to care for the child, or if the other parent had an affair with someone who posed a danger to the child, the court may consider those factors when deciding custody.
It’s important to remember that every case is different, and the court will consider the unique circumstances of each case when making a child support or custody decision.
Attorney Michael McGonegal said, “Adultery introduces complexity to divorce cases in Colorado.” He added, “It is very important that anyone affected by spousal infidelity choose a law firm that is not only experienced in handling these complex divorce cases but also sensitive, kind, understanding and willing to take care of that complexity.”
Attorney Leonard D. Tanis added, “Marital infidelity is a very emotional time for the non-cheating spouse and for a cheating spouse.” He continued, “It’s very important to have an experienced law firm one that offers practical support and patiently guides you through the process of making the right decisions for you and your family.”
Tanis McGonegal Family Law is one of Denver’s most experienced law firms specializing in adultery and adultery. Attorneys Leonard D. Tanis and Michael McGonegal have over 34 years of experience working with individuals contemplating divorce in adultery cases in the North Denver area. Her unique and sensitive approach focuses on offering patience and understanding at what is truly a very stressful and exceedingly emotional time, especially for the victim of adultery or for the betrayed spouse. They take the time necessary to explain all the details and options for consideration and accompany the affected spouse through the difficult divorce process. The firm’s attorneys are available with extended hours and offer a personal service not found in working with a larger law firm. Tanis McGonegal Family Law’s mission is to achieve the best possible outcome for families affected by spousal infidelity when going through divorce.
If you have been the victim of a cheating husband or wife and want to learn about divorce options, or if you have committed adultery and are facing a divorce, Tanis-McGonegal Family Law is the most experienced law firm in the North dealing with these complex matters in Denver -Region.
Tanis McGonegal Family Law is dedicated to finding the best possible outcome for married couples, couples with children, and same-sex couples who choose to divorce.
On Family Law by Tanis McGonegal
Tanis McGonegal Family Law partners Leonard D. Tanis and Michael McGonegal specialize in helping spouses who have been affected by a cheating partner and are seeking a divorce. Their approach is unique from other divorce firms because they listen and take the time to guide victims of spousal infidelity through all of their options, always with the best interests of the family at heart.
The experienced attorneys at Tanis McGonegal Family Law really know the Northwest Denver area and the issues faced by families in these communities. They help dozens of local families with the unique challenges faced by today’s modern family, such as getting married.
Based in Broomfield with offices in Boulder, Erie, Longmont, Louisville, Northglenn, Westminster and the rest of Northwest Denver, Tanis McGonegal Family Law is one of the top rated divorce law firms in Colorado. Tanis McGonegal Family Law assists clients with family law matters, custody issues, adoptions, high estate cases, estate division, high dispute cases, civil protection orders, domestic violence, Colorado common law marriage and postdivorce issues. They are also experienced child support attorneys in Denver. In addition, the law firm offers the preparation of marriage contracts.
If you have been affected by an unfaithful husband or wife or are otherwise seeking a divorce, contact Tanis McGonegal Family Law today for a free case evaluation at (303) 465-4605 or visit https: //broomfieldlaw. en/contact/.
Michael McGonegal
Tanis McGonegal Family Law
+1 303-465-4605
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