Visitation Rights
At Biondino Law Firm, we understand the importance of maintaining strong relationships with your children, especially during and after a divorce or separation. In Colorado, visitation is referred to as parenting time, and it’s a crucial issue in family law cases. Whether you’re a custodial or noncustodial parent, securing your rights to spend quality time with your children is essential.
Our experienced visitation rights attorneys are committed to helping you navigate the legal complexities surrounding parenting time. We will work to ensure that your rights are protected and that you can maintain meaningful, ongoing relationships with your children.
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What Are Visitation Rights?
In Colorado, parenting time (commonly known as visitation) refers to the time a noncustodial parent spends with their child. Parenting time is a vital part of child custody arrangements and is determined based on the child’s best interests. Courts in Colorado prioritize the well-being and stability of the child when making decisions about visitation and custody.
If you are a parent going through a divorce or separation, it is essential to understand your rights and responsibilities regarding parenting time. Our attorneys can guide you through the process of securing a parenting time agreement that works for you and your children.
Common Visitation Issues
Visitation disputes are common in many divorce and family law cases. Some of the most frequent issues that arise include:
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Interference with Visitation: One parent may try to prevent the other from seeing the child, which can lead to legal consequences.
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Non-Compliance with Court Orders: If one parent does not follow the court-approved visitation schedule, it can create stress for both the child and the other parent.
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Denial of Visitation Due to Unpaid Child Support: Even if a parent falls behind on child support, visitation cannot legally be denied.
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Relocation Disputes: If one parent moves to another location, it may affect existing visitation arrangements and require modification.
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Supervised Visitation: Sometimes, supervised visitation is ordered for safety reasons, leading to disputes over the specifics of the visits.
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Last-Minute Schedule Changes: Frequent cancellations or changes to the visitation schedule can create uncertainty and strain the parent-child relationship.
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Parental Alienation: One parent may attempt to alienate the child from the other parent, affecting visitation schedules.
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Modifying Visitation Schedules: As children grow and family circumstances change, visitation agreements may need to be modified. Disputes can arise when one parent resists changes.
Protecting the Well-Being of Your Children
At Biondino Law Firm, we understand that parenting time arrangements are about more than just time with your child—they are about providing stability and support for your child’s well-being. We are committed to helping you navigate the complexities of parenting time agreements, ensuring that your child’s best interests are prioritized.
We can help you with questions such as:
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How is parenting time decided, and does it always require going to court?
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As a stay-at-home parent, what are my chances of receiving equal parenting time?
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How can I maximize my parenting time as a working parent?
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What is the relationship between child support and parenting time?
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How is child support calculated in relation to parenting time?
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How do my living arrangements affect my parenting time rights?
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Why is settling outside of court less expensive than litigation? How much can I save?
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How do we agree on a parenting time schedule that works for both parents?
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If we can’t agree on parenting time, will I be forced to make decisions with my co-parent?
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Modifying Visitation Agreements
Life circumstances can change, and as children grow, their needs and schedules may evolve. At Biondino Law Firm, we assist parents who wish to modify an existing parenting time arrangement. Whether due to relocation, changes in the child’s needs, or any other factor, we can help you navigate the legal steps to adjust your parenting time schedule.
How Our Visitation Rights Attorneys Can Help
At Biondino Law Firm, we work hard to ensure that parenting time arrangements are fair and sustainable. Here’s how we can assist you:
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Evaluate Your Case: We take the time to understand your situation, including the existing parenting time arrangement, the needs of your child, and any disputes with your co-parent.
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Negotiate Fair Settlements: We work with both parties to negotiate a parenting time agreement that prioritizes the child’s best interests while being fair to both parents.
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Representation in Court: If needed, we are ready to represent you in court to ensure that your rights and your child’s needs are protected.
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Modifying Visitation Orders: If there is a significant change in circumstances, we can assist with modifying existing visitation orders to reflect the new situation.
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Enforcing Visitation Orders: If your co-parent refuses to comply with a court-ordered parenting time schedule, we can help enforce your visitation rights and hold the other parent accountable.
Reviewing and Updating Your Marital Agreement
While a marital agreement is intended to be a safeguard, it’s important to periodically review the agreement to ensure it reflects any major changes in life or financial status. Major life events like the birth of children, significant increases in income or property, or changes in business ownership may warrant an update to your agreement.
At Biondino Law Firm, we can help you review and revise your marital agreement as needed to keep it fair and enforceable.
