Common Law Marriage in Denver

Some couples choose to forego the customary marriage and opt for a common law marriage. There are many benefits to this alternative, but there are also some factors that spouses in a common law marriage should be aware of. If you and your spouse decide to be in a common law marriage and then later decide to separate, you are subject to the same divorce proceedings as that of a traditionally married couple. It is important to know your rights and responsibilities by taking to a capable Denver divorce attorney if you find yourself in this unfortunate situation.

In Colorado, a common law marriage is established when both parties mutually agree to be openly considered as husband and wife.

The court may also consider how long the couple has been together as well as their behavior and actions during the time they were in a relationship. It is important to be aware that a common law marriage is not established simply by the couple living together. As the state recognizes this as a real marriage, when the couple wants to separate, the divorce proceeding will look exactly the same.

Our family lawyer here at Jones Law Firm, PC in Denver has the experience and drive to work with you and arrive at a strategy that will best suit your needs. Whether you and your spouse have decided on a legal separation, an uncontested divorce, or any type of divorce situation, it’s important to have competent help. Our legal team may be able to help you with the property division and marital property, alimony and spousal maintenance, child support and/or child custody issues that may arise from your common law marriage case.

Contact Jones Law Firm, PC today to learn more about common law marriage in Denver.

Divorce is defined as the final ending or dissolving of a marriage as ordered by the court. In order to file for a divorce within a certain county, you or your spouse must have lived in the county for at least 90 days. If you do not want to file for a divorce, but rather want to prove that the marriage was not valid — i.e., obtain an annulment — there are other ways by which you end the marriage.

Depending on whether you file a contested or uncontested divorce, your case could take anywhere from six months to one year. Our legal team however, can help you obtain temporary orders that protect you and appeal to your best
interests while details of the divorce are being resolved. With our extensive experience and vast knowledge of Colorado family law, we know how a judge is likely to rule on any given case. Our goal is to help you formulate a compelling and persuasive case so that you can achieve a satisfactory outcome.

At Jones Law Firm, PC, our team knows how to address all of these aspects of divorce proceedings for our clients. Whether amicable or stormy, your divorce proceeding will come with its own unique challenges. Our experience and drive to meet the goals of our clients can help lighten that burden. We can help you mediate your matter peacefully outside of court, or if you disagree on the terms of the divorce we can aggressively litigate the matter at trial. With a long track record of successful results and a history that includes over two decades of experience and consistent referrals from our peers, colleagues, and clients, you can trust that Jones Law Firm, PC is the team to call.