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Divorce often brings significant financial changes, especially when spouses have different incomes or one spouse has spent years supporting the family. Spousal support, also known as alimony or maintenance, can help address financial disparities during and after a divorce.
At Scurlock Family Law, we help individuals in Fort Collins and throughout Larimer County navigate these matters with confidence. Whether you are seeking financial support, responding to a maintenance request, or need to modify an existing order, our team provides knowledgeable legal guidance to help you understand your rights and options.
Colorado law recognizes that divorce can create financial challenges for both spouses. Spousal maintenance may provide financial assistance to a spouse who needs support while transitioning to financial independence or adjusting to life after divorce.
Unlike child support, spousal maintenance is not automatically awarded in every divorce. Colorado courts consider several factors when determining whether maintenance is appropriate and, if so, the amount and duration of support.
These factors may include:
At Scurlock Family Law, we assist clients with a variety of spousal support matters, including:
Establishing spousal maintenance. We help spouses understand whether maintenance may be appropriate and develop a strategy for addressing support during divorce proceedings.
Responding to maintenance requests. If your spouse is requesting financial support, we can help you evaluate the request and understand your legal obligations.
Negotiating support agreements. We work with clients to pursue reasonable maintenance arrangements through negotiation or mediation whenever possible.
Modifying existing orders. Significant changes in income, employment, or financial circumstances may justify a modification of an existing maintenance order.
Enforcing maintenance orders. When a former spouse fails to comply with a court-ordered support obligation, we can explain the legal options available to address the issue.
Financial circumstances can change after a divorce. A significant change in income, retirement, job loss, or other financial developments may affect an existing maintenance arrangement.
Whether you are seeking a modification or responding to a request, we can help you evaluate your circumstances and understand the appropriate next steps.
Led by attorney Bronwyn Scurlock, licensed in Colorado since 2005, our firm focuses on family law matters. Our experienced team of women, including a Licensed Legal Paraprofessional (LLP), is committed to helping clients navigate difficult family transitions.
We understand that spousal support involves more than financial calculations. It can affect your housing, employment decisions, retirement planning, and long-term financial stability. Our team explains Colorado’s maintenance laws in straightforward language, helping you understand the potential outcomes and make informed decisions about your future.
You do not have to navigate spousal support questions alone. Whether you are beginning a divorce, negotiating maintenance, or addressing an existing order, Scurlock Family Law is here to help.
If you need a spousal support or alimony attorney in Fort Collins, contact Scurlock Family Law to discuss your situation and learn how we can help you move forward with confidence.
