Colorado Out of State Custody Law: The family law and interstate custody attorneys at Theodore Watson & Associates are well versed in interstate custody matters and are frequently called upon by both Colorado and foreign state attorneys to analyze complex cases.
When challenging or litigating out-of-state child custody and child visitation issues in Colorado, parents should be aware of the complex legal concerns arising from out of state or interstate child custody cases. They include:
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Jurisdiction
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Previous court orders
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Relocation matters
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Military concerns
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Kidnapping
Interstate Concerns: There are several custody law matters that can arise when one parent is out of state and the other happens to be in Colorado. For example, when parents have joint custody and decision making, it can become problematic when one parent moves out of state without going through the proper steps. The other party’s visitation rights will be more than likely affected. Having an experienced attorney can make the difference in prevailing or losing your case.
Emergency Custody Matters: In other situations, one parent has to flee one state for emergency reasons. Colorado may have jurisdiction under the right set of facts. This is where our interstate child custody attorneys can be of benefit to you.
Our firm can immediately assist you with:
- Parenting plans
- Filing appropriate custody forms
- Interstate custody matters
- Complex out of state custody cases
- International custody
- Custody modifications
- Grandparent Rights
- Paternity
- Family law
- Child support
- Divorce
Experience
When you are faced with a problem, you will need experienced counsel that not only understands Colorado family law but also one that understands the bigger picture – Interstate matters.
Our family law and interstate child custody practice is headed by Lorraine Stark. She brings 20 years of experience to the table. In addition, the Watson team focuses on concise legal research and precedent to apply your set of facts for a favorable outcome.
Success
Our firm has successfully handled child custody jurisdiction problems in complex cases involving PKPA, international custody and Hague Act. Parents from Colorado and other states appreciate our concise strategies and approach to this delicate family law issue. We have also successfully negotiated better parenting time and visitation in highly contested cases. Our attorneys are well focused on the children’s rights to have a relationship with each parent. However, we also understand that interstate custody can be highly contested.
Relocation Matters
After a Colorado divorce, a parent may be required or choose to relocate out of state for various reasons. An example of this would be in a military divorce. This can create an interstate child custody dispute that must be carefully looked at by an experienced Colorado family law or interstate child custody lawyer.
If you have to relocate out of state, it is important to know that the other parent does have child custody rights. You generally cannot relocate without getting permission. Sometimes emergency child custody matters may arise and the law gives some latitude to relocate. You must have effective advice before moving out of state. Theodore Watson & Associates understand child custody relocation and interstate legal issues. Contact us online for a free initial consultation, or call us at 720.941.7200.
Aggressive Custody Litigation Attorneys
In recent years, out of state and interstate child custody matters have been litigated many times in Colorado. However, various issues and facts arise that still cause parents to litigate relocation custody issues. The facts of each case can vary. However, Colorado family law courts have established set standards for child relocation and out of state matters. To be successful, you will need to have an aggressive and skillful interstate custody litigation lawyer who can create a compelling case on your behalf.
Military Interstate Matters
Not all Colorado family lawyers understand military life or can make compelling arguments to a family law court. This is where our family law attorneys set the bar-we understand the military reassigns members based on mission requirements. Whether you are deployed, called to active duty, or relocating based on a new assignment, there could be legal issues that you will need help with.
If you happen to be out of state, our lawyers make a more concentrated effort to keep you informed at all times about your case. Contact our Colorado family law and out of state child custody attorney for immediate help.
The new Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act significantly eliminates the conflicts and problems that surround interstate custody and visitation cases, and, most important, includes provisions for enforcing interstate custody orders, an issue the original UCCJA did not address. The enforcement provisions are aimed at the continuing problems of child abduction, concealment and evasion when parents and families are at war with each other. You must seriously consider consulting with an experienced Colorado family law attorney to represent you.
Out of State Custody Enforcement
If the enforcing Colorado family court is concerned that the parent who has physical custody of the child will flee with or harm the child, it is empowered by the act to issue a warrant to take physical possession of the child. The UCCJEA establishes procedures to protect children and parties in cases involving domestic violence, while creating clear rules to determine which court has jurisdiction over custody and visitation cases. Our Colorado family law attorneys are skilled in this area of law.
Contact Us to Protect Your Rights
If you are a Colorado or Denver parent who has plans to move out of state with the children or you are located out of state and are looking for an experienced Colorado child custody and family lawyer,
Contact one of our attorneys to ensure that you are following the legal guidelines. Contact us at 720.941.7200.
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