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06/17/2026

Planning an international vacation with your kids is an exciting milestone, but post-divorce travel can introduce legal details that many parents don’t anticipate until the last minute.

First, the passports. If your children are under 16, federal law requires both parents to consent to the application. If your co-parent refuses or delays signing, you may need a court order to move forward (and the family court system rarely moves fast enough to save a looming travel deadline).

Second, check your parenting plan. Most agreements require you to provide specific written notice to your co-parent well ahead of international travel. Beyond that, many foreign borders and airlines may actually ask to see a notarized travel consent form from the non-traveling parent before letting you board.

Finally, if your divorce is still pending, Colorado’s Automatic Temporary Injunction is in full effect. This means neither parent can take the children out of state or country without written permission or a specific court order.

None of this has to derail your plans, but getting ahead of the logistics before packing your bags is a good idea. If you aren't sure what your current parenting plan entails, let’s talk through your options together. Call for a free consultation today.

We're grateful for the kind words. Knowing our team made a difficult time feel more manageable means a great deal to all...
06/12/2026

We're grateful for the kind words. Knowing our team made a difficult time feel more manageable means a great deal to all of us.

06/10/2026

Relocating after divorce is one of those situations where wanting something and being able to do it are two different things, especially when kids are involved.

If you have an existing parenting plan, a move that would substantially change the geographic ties between your children and their other parent requires either your co-parent's agreement or the court's permission. And if you're moving forward, you're required to give written notice as soon as reasonably possible. This includes where you're going, why, and a proposed revision to the parenting plan.

If your co-parent objects, a judge will look at the reason for the move, each parent's relationship with the kids, and whether a workable schedule can realistically be built around the distance. There's no presumption in favor of staying or going, it just comes down to what's in the best interest of the children.

If you're considering a move, call us for a free consultation to get clear on the process.

Sometimes summer sounds simple until you're actually in it. School's out, schedules shift, and suddenly the parenting pl...
06/09/2026

Sometimes summer sounds simple until you're actually in it. School's out, schedules shift, and suddenly the parenting plan that worked fine in February doesn't quite fit anymore.

A few things that tend to catch co-parents off guard this time of year are vacation blocks that weren't communicated far enough in advance, activities scheduled during the other parent's time without a conversation first, and pickup and dropoff logistics that nobody thought to update when the school year ended.

The good news is, none of these have to become conflicts. In fact, most of them just require a little lead time and a clear read of what your parenting plan actually says.

If your plan feels vague, outdated, or just harder to follow than it used to be, we're happy to take a look with you. Give us a call.

Incredibly grateful for these kind words. If you're in the middle of something hard, we're here.
06/05/2026

Incredibly grateful for these kind words. If you're in the middle of something hard, we're here.

06/03/2026

If you stepped back from your career to raise kids or support your spouse's, Colorado law recognizes that. The years you spent at home weren't just personal choices, rather, they were contributions to the marriage, and the courts treat them that way.

Equitable distribution in Colorado accounts for both financial and non-financial contributions. So, what you gave up to be present for your family is part of the big picture.

Spousal maintenance may also be on the table. How much and for how long depends on factors such as the length of your marriage, the standard of living you built together, and what it realistically takes for you to get back on your feet financially. There's no automatic formula, but the law is designed to account for the gap.

If you've been out of the workforce for years, knowing where you stand is a good place to start. Call us today for a free constulation. We're happy to walk through it with you.

06/02/2026

You might not realize it, but the date you started your business can matter more than how much it's worth when going through a divorce.

If you started your business during your marriage, it's generally considered marital property. However, if you started it before you got married, that doesn't mean it's automatically off the table. If it grew in value while you were married, that growth may be treated as marital too.

Once the timeline is established, the next step assesses what the business is actually worth. This typically involves a formal valuation from a forensic accountant or certified appraiser. They're looking at assets, liabilities, cash flow, and something called goodwill, which is the value of what you've built beyond the physical stuff. Your reputation, your client relationships, the name you've spent years establishing. That all has value in the eyes of the court.

Additionally, if you want to keep the business after the divorce, you may need to compensate your spouse for their share, either directly or by offsetting against other marital assets.

At Ascent Legal Group, we know it can be a lot to sort through. If you're a business owner going through divorce, we're here to help you every step of the way. Give us a call.

05/29/2026

If you're planning to change your name after divorce, here's something worth knowing before you finalize anything:

You can request a name change as part of your divorce decree itself.

That means no separate court filing, no additional fees, no extra process to navigate after everything is already done. You just need to include it before the decree is entered.

A small thing to get right at the right time.

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05/26/2026

We're incredibly grateful for these kind words, and even more grateful for the difference it made in the outcome. Our team works hard to show up fully for every client that trusts us with their case.

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