Legal matters concerning the family are some of the most challenging and emotionally draining areas of law. From divorce to child custody battles, these are cases that you should never deal with on your own. 

When you are faced with any family law issues, make sure to seek the dedicated legal service of Elkus & Sisson, P.C. As a seasoned firm, we know that this is a difficult time not only for you or your spouse but for your children as well.

With our family law attorneys as your representation, you can trust that we are committed to going above and beyond to resolve your case swiftly and in the most cost-effective manner possible. We have over 15 years of experience and have successfully helped families throughout Colorado attain the happy life and future that they deserve.

Divorce

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In Colorado the rules and regulations surrounding divorce can be complicated. You do have the option to work out an uncontested divorce between you and your spouse. If this is not possible then it is important to find an experienced divorce lawyer.

Divorce attorneys provide a number of services that will help you move on with your life. Things you will need to address when getting divorced include the division of property and assets, child custody (if applicable), and spousal maintenance payments.

Our attorneys will also be able to provide you with good advice during the divorce. There are a number of things that you should and should not do to help you strengthen your case.

Find out more information about the services our divorce attorneys provide.

Child Custody

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Child custody is a subject that divorcing couples will need to confront. It can be emotionally draining and very complex.

There are a number of factors that will help the court decide on the custody and visitation rights of parents and/or grandparents. Our family attorneys are experienced in the areas of:

  • Visitation and parenting time
  • Father’s rights
  • Grandparents’ rights
  • Legal guardianship
  • Visitation modification

If you are going through a divorce you may need to learn more about our services relating to child custody battles. 

Child Support

Doing what is in the best interest of the children should be at the heart of every child custody case. Our family attorneys will help calculate the needs based on financial records and statements to make sure your children are taken care of.

Property Settlement

Wedding rings and stack of cash getting divided up in a property settlement case.

To get the best results of property settlement case during a divorce you need to have a skillful attorney with extensive experience. Property division can be very complex and exhausting when you start to include multiple properties, stock, bonds, vehicles, etc...

Assets that are considered “marital” and “non-marital” can also be complicated. Property that was acquired during the marriage will most likely need to be considered “marital” and things that were accumulated outside the marriage are most likely “non-marital”.

Find out more about the services our property settlement attorneys provide.

Fathers’ Rights

Custody laws vary from state to state. This can have a significant effect on custody battles for fathers. According to Colorado law joint custody is ideal but may not work if the parents live far apart. This can mean one parent gets primary custody while the other gets visitation rights. 

If you are a father involved in a custody battle then have a look at our guide that includes eight tips for fathers going through a child custody case.

Grandparents' Rights

Grandparents spending time with their grandchildren.

Grandparents often have special relationships with their grandchildren that can make these cases complex and highly emotional. If you need to know what your rights are as a grandparent relating to visitation of your grandkids then read our information on grandparents' legal rights.

Speak With One Of Our Family Lawyers Today

At Elkus & Sisson, P.C., each of our Denver family law attorneys is well-versed in all aspects of family law matters and we strive to keep up with any new developments or changes in the statutes. No matter how simple or complex the case is, we navigate clients every step of the way, protecting and advocating for their rights and best interests.

We look forward to helping you and your family through these trying times. Our team of family law attorneys has the experience, skills, and resources to protect your rights and ensure the best solution possible for your family law case.

Schedule an initial consultation today with one of our family law attorneys at (303) 567-7981 to get started.