Military Family Law in Denver
Military Family Law in Denver: What You Need to Know
At Jennifer Anntoinette Rivera & Associates, we understand that military families have a unique set of responsibilities, which in turn, have very specific legal needs. Spouses and military service members usually have very complicated situations that go beyond standard family law issues. Ongoing moves, deployments, and federal entitlements necessitate a legal strategy tailored specifically to the military lifestyle.
When called upon, legal issues shouldn't be another weight on your shoulders. That's why we have established our practice with a focus on recognizing and solving the unique legal issues military families face in Denver. From divorce and custody to moving and support, we are here to fight for your rights and see you through it.
Understanding Military Family Law
Military family law in Denver is a focused sub-specialty area of law that only applies to family legal cases regarding active duty service members, veterans, and their families. It exists at the intersection of family law applicable only to the military, including the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA) and the Uniformed Services Former Spouses' Protection Act (USFSPA).
Federal law may also directly affect the way divorce, parenting coordination, and financial issues are addressed. For military families in Denver, that means you need attorneys who understand both state law and military law.
Difficulties Specific to Military Families
Through our work with military clients, we have witnessed how engaging in military service can complicate what are normally already distressing family issues. Some common challenges include:
Jurisdiction Issues: Where do you file for divorce or custody if a service member is either living on base or stationed abroad?
Deployment & Custody: Creating a parenting plan when the deployment schedule is unknown and distance parenting issues.
Relocation (PCS Orders): Preparing to address child custody or visitation rights when the family may be preparing for a relocation due to the service member's permanent change of station (PCS) orders.
Access to Benefits and Pensions: Tasked with dividing military retirement benefits by federal law.
Since these issues involve both Colorado family law and federal military regulations, an experienced attorney is paramount.
Legal Areas in Military Family Law Denver
Our military family law in Denver encompasses a broad variety of cases:
- Divorce for Military Members: We assist clients with residency rules and ensure military retirement pay and property are split equitably.
- Child Custody & Visitation: We prepare parenting plans that take deployment into account and provide for virtual visitation and temporary custody.
- Child and Spousal Support: Computing proper support payments based on military pay, including base pay, BAH, and other allowances.
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Relocation & PCS Issues: We help in altering custody arrangements once relocation is
required by virtue of military orders.
Choose Us for Military Family Law in Denver
Not every family attorney has the training to manage the subtleties of military-connected legal issues. Our background equips us with a complete grasp of federal military regulations as well as Colorado state statutes. We don't provide mere legal remedies; we provide peace of mind because we understand what's at stake for you and your loved ones.
We represent active-duty military personnel, veterans, and military spouses so that your case will be processed with clarity, care, and confidentiality.
Protect Your Family And Your Future
Whether you are going through a divorce, preparing for custody, or experiencing relocation, you never have to go through it alone. We'll help protect your legal rights at every step.
Visit us at Jennifer Anntoinette Rivera & Associates to learn how our team can help with your military family law in Denver. Your future deserves experienced, informed legal support, and we're proud to serve those who serve.