Interstate Child Custody & Support Lawyers

Interstate Custody for Colorado  Parents

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In today’s mobile society, when families relocate from one state to another, or when parties are living in separate states, the issue of which state has jurisdiction to make an initial custody decision, or enforce or modify a prior order, becomes a significant issue.

The Colorado law firm of Watson & Associates , LLC  has substantial experience handling these sometimes unusual and often complex cases.

Enforcing an Out-of-State Custody Order in Colorado

If you have moved to Colorado with your child and have a custody order from another state, you can register it in Colorado and Colorado will enforce it once the child has been here for six months or more. You can also ask Colorado family law courts to modify the custody order if appropriate.

Preparing for Relocation

If you or the other parent of your children knows that one of you will move out of state soon, our law firm can help you register existing Colorado child custody and child support orders in the state to which you are moving. Other legal issues must be addressed if you have a current custody or parenting time order in place. Whenever minor children are involved, moving to another state may have ramifications that need to be discussed with a family law attorney.

Emergency Jurisdiction in Interstate Child Custody Matters

In some instances, especially when domestic violence or child abuse is involved, a parent may be needed to request a court to exercise emergency jurisdiction over a child custody matter. If the child is present in this state and you need an immediate decision on a custody issue to protect you or your child, we can help you file the appropriate paperwork to secure the proper orders to protect you and your child. Similarly, if you are the left-behind parent, time is of the essence in filing the appropriate paperwork for the return of your children and involving law enforcement in another state if necessary. Knowing when, where, and what to file is imperative in these situations. You should contact a family law attorney as soon as possible.

Time Matters

Timing and knowledge of the intricacies of interstate support and custody orders are essential if you want a satisfactory outcome in a timely manner. A bench warrant from Colorado may be necessary to get your child returned to you in Colorado. It is important to hire a CO attorney who has knowledge of the laws governing interstate child custody and support. Our family lawyers have experience handling UCCJEA (Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act)actions where jurisdiction is at issue.

Interstate Support

We can assist you with enforcement and collection of out of state child support orders, whether you are the recipient or payor of support. We can also help you with petitions to modify an out of state order, if appropriate.

Call  us at 1-866-601-5518 or e-mail the Denver area out of state custody Law Firm of Watson & Associates, LLC to schedule a consultation regarding your interstate custody matter or any divorce-related challenge.