Although Colorado is a no-fault state, the courts sometimes use spousal maintenance awards to deliver a more equitable settlement than would otherwise be possible under Colorado’s divorce laws. For example, when the working spouse has been a major cause of the failure of the marriage or of financial reversals, the spousal maintenance law has been used to further compensate the non-working spouse.
The nature of the Colorado’s alimony laws makes it especially important to have experienced legal representation whether you are the working spouse or the non-working spouse. The attorneys of Family Law Professionals will present a solid spousal maintenance case for you.