Johnstown, CO Divorce Law Firms & Lawyers

Yes, you have to get a divorce. Marrying someone while you still are married to someone else is a crime in Colorado (bigamy). We can help you complete all the forms you will need and get through the process as fast as possible on a reasonable flat fee basis if you would like assistance. We offer a free initial consultation if you would like to discuss your situation further. I hope this helps. 

Unfortunately, in general, just as any property or increase in value of property accrued during the marriage is marital property subject to division, so is debt.  There may be situations or factors that change your obligation on the debt, and certainly a savvy attorney can help you find any loopholes.   With $88,000 at stake, I definitely suggest you consult with an attorney.  - Kelly L. Snodgrass

The courts expect you to make a good faith effort to located the spouse and serve them (I hire a private investigator to do a search, which is not expensive) and if you still cannot find them, you then file a motion to be allowed to serve the party by publication. I often take cases like this on a flat rate basis. I also offer a free initial consultation if you would like to discuss this further. Hope this helps.    You can reach Dave Rich at (303) 886-2516 or dave@flatironlegal.com. Dave Rich is an attorney licensed in Colorado. Answering your questions does not create an attorney-client relationship between us. You should speak with an attorney to whom you have provided all the facts in your case, before you take steps that may impact your legal rights. I am not obligated to answer subsequent emails or phone calls unless you have hired me. I wish you the best of luck with your situation.