Welcome to another instructive episode of Divorce at Altitude. Today, host Ryan Kalamaya dives deep into the complexities of child support calculations in Colorado, building on the foundational knowledge from episode 203, "Child Support Basics." This episode, primarily visual, provides a detailed walkthrough of the child support worksheet using a case study of hypothetical clients, Eric and Melanie Wolfe.

Episode Highlights:
- Understanding the Child Support Worksheet: Explore a visual demonstration of the child support calculation process using the Family Law Software. This tool is crucial in determining child support based on factors such as income and parenting time.
- Detailed Examples: Gain insights from concrete examples where Ryan adjusts variables like income levels, maintenance payments, and parenting time to show their impact on child support amounts.
- Key Components Explained: Learn about essential elements that affect child support, including health insurance costs for children, work-related childcare expenses, and the implications of spousal maintenance.

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Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha provide tips and recommendations on issues related to divorce, separation, and co-parenting in Colorado. Ryan and Amy are the founding partners of an innovative and ambitious law firm, Kalamaya | Goscha, that pushes the boundaries to discover new frontiers in family law, personal injuries, and criminal defense in Colorado.

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In this episode of Divorce at Altitude, Ryan Kalamaya engages with Ron Seigneur, a seasoned expert in business valuations, to dissect the complexities and nuances of evaluating closely held businesses amid divorce proceedings. With the holiday season approaching, and everyone looking for discounts, this conversation is particularly timely as it explores the financial intricacies involved when a business is part of the marital assets.

Episode Highlights:
- Valuation Basics: Ron Seigneurelaborates on the foundational aspects of business valuations, including the different types of value—fair market value, fair value, and investment value—and how these impact the final valuation in a divorce scenario.
- Discounts and Goodwill: The discussion delves into the critical concepts of marketability discounts and the distinction between enterprise goodwill and personal goodwill, shedding light on their relevance in divorce valuations.
- Legal Precedents: The episode examines key legal precedents affecting business valuations in Colorado, particularly the implications of the Thornhill case, which introduced flexibility in applying different valuation standards.
- Volatility and Future Projections: Ron discusses the challenges of valuing businesses amid economic volatility and the increasing relevance of forward-looking financial models in today's dynamic market conditions.

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Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha provide tips and recommendations on issues related to divorce, separation, and co-parenting in Colorado. Ryan and Amy are the founding partners of an innovative and ambitious law firm, Kalamaya | Goscha, that pushes the boundaries to discover new frontiers in family law, personal injuries, and criminal defense in Colorado.

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In this practical episode of Divorce at Altitude, Ryan dives into the complexities of child support initiation and temporary child support measures during a divorce. Join us as we navigate through the legal landscape with the hypothetical scenario of Eric and Melanie Wolfe, illustrating key aspects of child support under Colorado law.

Key Highlights of the Episode:
- Onset of Child Support Obligations: Learn about the specific conditions under which child support obligations begin, highlighting the importance of filing for divorce or legal separation, and the implications of physical separation on these obligations.
- Impact of Living Arrangements: Explore how cohabitating during the divorce process influences child support, providing a clear explanation of legal statutes that govern these scenarios.
- Temporary Child Support: Gain insights into how temporary child support is calculated and adjusted based on changes in parenting arrangements and financial circumstances throughout the divorce proceedings.

Discussion Points:
- Factors Affecting Child Support: Understand how courts consider various elements like each parent's income, the parenting time arrangement, and interim financial contributions toward child expenses.
- Legal Strategies and Disputes: Learn about the strategies involved in negotiating temporary child support and how disputes might affect the outcome.

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Thank you for tuning in to Divorce at Altitude. Whether you're contemplating navigating the waters of divorce or already in the midst of one, understanding the nuances of child support is crucial for making informed decisions that protect your and your children's interests.

What is Divorce at Altitude?

Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha provide tips and recommendations on issues related to divorce, separation, and co-parenting in Colorado. Ryan and Amy are the founding partners of an innovative and ambitious law firm, Kalamaya | Goscha, that pushes the boundaries to discover new frontiers in family law, personal injuries, and criminal defense in Colorado.

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Welcome back to another enlightening episode of Divorce at Altitude. Join hosts Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha as they delve into the dynamic world of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) in Colorado, focusing on how it is reshaping the landscape for families embroiled in divorce and custody disputes.

Episode Highlights:
- Overview of ADR: Discover the different forms of ADR available in Colorado, including mediation, arbitration, the roles of Special Masters, Parenting Coordinators, Decision Makers, and Private Judges.
- Trends and Changes: Learn about the latest trends and judicial changes aimed at improving the ADR process for families, ensuring more efficient and harmonious resolutions.
- Judicial and Professional Training: Discussion on the ongoing efforts to enhance the training for professionals and judges in handling family law cases, with a focus on understanding complex family dynamics.

Key Discussions:
- Mediation as a Mainstay: Understand why mediation is becoming a mandated step in most domestic relations cases and how it benefits those involved by reducing the adversarial nature of court proceedings.
- Specialized Roles in ADR: Gain insights into how roles like arbitrators and special masters can expedite dispute resolution, particularly in complex cases.
- Educational Initiatives for Judges: Hear about new initiatives aimed at providing judges with the necessary tools and knowledge to handle family law cases more effectively, especially concerning domestic violence and child welfare.

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Thank you for tuning in to Divorce at Altitude. Whether you are considering alternative dispute resolution or are already navigating the complexities of divorce, understanding the evolving landscape of ADR in Colorado is crucial for making informed decisions that align with your family's best interests.

What is Divorce at Altitude?

Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha provide tips and recommendations on issues related to divorce, separation, and co-parenting in Colorado. Ryan and Amy are the founding partners of an innovative and ambitious law firm, Kalamaya | Goscha, that pushes the boundaries to discover new frontiers in family law, personal injuries, and criminal defense in Colorado.

To subscribe to Divorce at Altitude, click here and select your favorite podcast player. To subscribe to Kalamaya | Goscha's YouTube channel where many of the episodes will be posted as videos, click here. If you have additional questions or would like to speak to one of our attorneys, give us a call at 970-429-5784 or email us at info@kalamaya.law.

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Welcome to another insightful episode of Divorce At Altitude, your go-to podcast for understanding the complexities of family law in Colorado. In today’s how-to session, hosted by Ryan Kalamaya, we delve into the crucial topic of child support, focusing on its initiation during the separation phase and the intricacies of temporary child support.

Episode Highlights:
- Understanding Child Support Initiation: Learn about the conditions under which child support obligations begin, guided by Colorado statute 14.10.115. We explore scenarios where both physical and legal separations influence the start of child support responsibilities.
- Temporary Child Support Explained: Discover how temporary child support functions during the divorce process. Whether Eric and Melanie Wolfe are living separately or together, this episode clarifies how child support accrual starts, the considerations for back support, and adjustments based on parenting arrangements.
- Practical Examples: Through the hypothetical case of Eric and Melanie Wolf, we illustrate various situations, such as trial separations and the impact of disparities in income or parenting time, that affect child support calculations during the interim period before final divorce decrees.

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Thank you for tuning in to Divorce At Altitude. We’re here to provide the clarity and guidance you need on your journey through divorce and child support challenges in Colorado.

What is Divorce at Altitude?

Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha provide tips and recommendations on issues related to divorce, separation, and co-parenting in Colorado. Ryan and Amy are the founding partners of an innovative and ambitious law firm, Kalamaya | Goscha, that pushes the boundaries to discover new frontiers in family law, personal injuries, and criminal defense in Colorado.

To subscribe to Divorce at Altitude, click here and select your favorite podcast player. To subscribe to Kalamaya | Goscha's YouTube channel where many of the episodes will be posted as videos, click here. If you have additional questions or would like to speak to one of our attorneys, give us a call at 970-429-5784 or email us at info@kalamaya.law.

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Exploring Grandparent Rights in Family Law: Insights from Joel Pratt

In this episode of Divorce at Altitude, host Ryan Kalamaya delves into the nuanced topic of grandparent rights within the realm of family law, joined by expert Joel Pratt, a partner at Daly and Pratt in Colorado Springs. This discussion unpacks the legal intricacies and real-life scenarios where grandparents seek custody or visitation rights, particularly amid familial disputes or parental challenges.

Episode Highlights:
- Understanding Grandparent Standing: Joel explains the legal concept of "standing" which determines a grandparent's eligibility to request custody or visitation in court.
- Constitutional Considerations: The episode explores how constitutional rights of parents can impact grandparent claims, referencing key legal precedents.
- Real-Life Scenarios: From drug abuse to disability, various situations are discussed where grandparents might step in to fill parenting gaps, highlighting both successful and challenging cases.
- Jurisdictional Issues: Joel discusses the complexities of cases that cross state lines, emphasizing the importance of jurisdiction in family law.

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What is Divorce at Altitude?

Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha provide tips and recommendations on issues related to divorce, separation, and co-parenting in Colorado. Ryan and Amy are the founding partners of an innovative and ambitious law firm, Kalamaya | Goscha, that pushes the boundaries to discover new frontiers in family law, personal injuries, and criminal defense in Colorado.

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In this informative episode, Ryan Kalamaya discusses the critical topic of child support, essential for parents navigating divorce in Colorado. Whether you're dealing with the end of a marriage or adjusting to co-parenting, understanding child support is key to ensuring your children's needs are met post-divorce.

Key Highlights:
What is Child Support?

• Child support is designed to equalize the financial responsibilities between parents, ensuring children maintain a stable environment regardless of parental status.
• Primary Factors Influencing Child Support: The two main drivers are parental income and the number of overnights each parent has with the children. The balance of these factors significantly impacts the calculation of support payments.
• Complex Factors: Dive into complexities such as variable income, voluntary unemployment, and additional expenses like healthcare and extracurricular activities which can affect the child support formula.
• Legal Guidance: Ryan emphasizes the importance of legal counsel to navigate the specifics of each case, ensuring fair and accurate support calculations.

For a deeper dive into child support complexities, check out Episode 201, "Alpine Support: Scaling the Heights of Child Support in Colorado," where more detailed discussions are available.

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What is Divorce at Altitude?

Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha provide tips and recommendations on issues related to divorce, separation, and co-parenting in Colorado. Ryan and Amy are the founding partners of an innovative and ambitious law firm, Kalamaya | Goscha, that pushes the boundaries to discover new frontiers in family law, personal injuries, and criminal defense in Colorado.

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Welcome to This Week's Episode of Divorce at Altitude: Personal Injuries and Workers' Comp in Colorado Divorces

Episode Highlights:
In this episode, Ryan Kalamaya is joined by seasoned trial lawyer, Philip Goldberg, to unpack how personal injuries and workers' compensation claims are treated in Colorado divorces. They dive into the distinctions between personal injury awards and workers' comp benefits, and how each can impact the division of assets in divorce proceedings.

Key Discussion Points:
- Understanding Personal Injury Claims: Explore what constitutes a personal injury claim and how these awards are treated during divorce. Goldberg provides insights into how different states, including Colorado, categorize these awards as marital or separate property.
- Workers' Compensation Explained: Discover how workers' comp claims differ from personal injury claims, focusing on how Colorado uniquely handles these cases in the context of divorce.
- Marital vs. Separate Property: Learn about the "analytic approach" used to determine what portion of a compensation claim is considered marital property and how this differs between personal injury and workers' comp.
- Impact on Divorce Settlements: Goldberg and Kalamaya discuss real-world applications, including how these funds are divided in a divorce and potential complications that arise from concurrent personal injury and workers' comp claims.

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Thank you for tuning in to Divorce at Altitude. We hope you found this episode enlightening and helpful as you navigate the complexities of divorce and compensation claims in Colorado.

What is Divorce at Altitude?

Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha provide tips and recommendations on issues related to divorce, separation, and co-parenting in Colorado. Ryan and Amy are the founding partners of an innovative and ambitious law firm, Kalamaya | Goscha, that pushes the boundaries to discover new frontiers in family law, personal injuries, and criminal defense in Colorado.

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