Divorce at Altitude: A Podcast on Colorado Family Law

Annulment in Divorce: Insights from Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha In this episode of Divorce at Altitude , Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha dive into the topic of annulments in divorce, exploring the legal implications, timing, and the grounds for annulment in Colorado. They examine the key differences between annulment and divorce and discuss how Colorado handles the invalidation of marriages. Episode...

Navigating Divorce with Purpose: Insights from Dr. Bill Crawford In this episode of Divorce at Altitude , Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha are joined by Dr. Bill Crawford, a renowned psychologist, author, and expert in emotional intelligence. Dr. Bill shares his unique approach to understanding and managing emotions during difficult transitions like divorce. Drawing from his background in music and ps...

Alcoholism and Divorce: The Impact of Substance Abuse on Parenting and Custody In this episode of Divorce at Altitude , Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha welcome John Gilburt, a Boulder-based addiction and substance abuse expert, to discuss the complex relationship between alcoholism and divorce. John, with his extensive background in alcohol tolerance and substance abuse treatment, shares valuable ins...

AI and Divorce: The Future of Family Law In this episode of Divorce at Altitude , Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha are joined by Raiford Palmer from STG Divorce Law in Chicago to discuss the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and divorce law. They explore the emerging AI revolution, how it’s changing various industries, and its impact on divorce and family law. From drafting legal documents...

Exiting High Conflict Marriages: Action Steps for Divorce In this episode of Divorce at Altitude , Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha welcome Karen McMahon, a Divorce coach and expert in high conflict marriages. Karen discusses how to properly exit a high conflict marriage, providing listeners with essential steps and strategies to navigate the complex emotional and legal challenges. The episode covers...

Maximizing Your Options: What to Do with the Marital Home in Divorce In this episode of Divorce at Altitude , Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha welcome Jeff Landers, a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA) and Certified Divorce Lending Professional (CDLP), to discuss one of the most pivotal questions in divorce—what to do with the marital home. Jeff provides expert advice on navigating the complex...

Maximizing Efficiency: Time Management Tips for Family Law Attorneys In this episode of Divorce at Altitude , Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha welcome Marco Brown, a renowned Family Law attorney from Salt Lake City, Utah. Marco shares valuable insights on time management for attorneys, specifically focusing on Family Law practices. He discusses how to manage distractions, handle time vampires, and imp...

Common Law Marriage in Colorado: What You Need to Know | Episode 140 In this episode of Divorce at Altitude , Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha discuss the complexities of common law marriage in Colorado, a state where common law marriages are legally recognized. They delve into what constitutes a common law marriage, the factors that courts consider, and the financial implications of being deemed comm...

Inflation and Its Impact on Divorce Valuations and Settlements | Episode 139 In this episode of Divorce at Altitude , Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha are joined by financial expert Andy Baum, who shares insights on how inflation affects divorce settlements, valuations, and maintenance payments. Andy explains how inflation can alter property valuations, impact the cost of spousal support, and shift th...

Challenges in Business Valuations in a Divorce with Ron Seigneur In this episode of Divorce at Altitude , Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha are joined by business valuation expert Ron Seigneur, who discusses the complexities of business valuations in divorce cases, particularly when it involves closely held businesses. Ron provides insights on how to determine the value of a business, the different typ...

Today, we delve into our top five episodes from 2022. Tune in to hear which episodes we found most enriching and what you can learn from them, as practitioners or as someone going through a divorce. We share powerful insights from each conversation, along with practical resources from each of our guests. So tune in today for an overview of the best of 2022, as we look forward to an enriching and g...

How to Pick the Best Divorce Lawyer in Colorado In this episode of Divorce at Altitude , Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha delve into the critical topic of selecting the best Divorce lawyer in Colorado. As January is known as "divorce month," the duo discusses strategies for choosing the right lawyer for your situation, whether you're a business owner like Eric Wolf or navigating a more...

Empowering Women Post-Divorce: A Journey to Healing and Transformation In this episode of Divorce at Altitude , Amy Goscha is joined by Hasana Elamin, a Divorce coach and life coach, who shares her inspiring journey of overcoming the challenges of divorce and the strategies she uses to help women navigate similar experiences. Hasana discusses her background as an expat, her personal experiences wi...

Investing in Divorce: How to Handle Financial Assets Post-Divorce In this episode of Divorce at Altitude , Ryan Kalamaya is joined by Austyn Garcia, a financial advisor at Denver Wealth Management. Together, they discuss the various financial considerations individuals face after a divorce, focusing on the decision-making process regarding investments, asset allocation, and tax implications. Austy...

Managing Lifestyle and Finances During Divorce: Insights from a Financial Expert In this episode of Divorce at Altitude , Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha are joined by financial expert Olivia Summerhill to discuss the financial concerns that high-net-worth women like Melanie Wolf face during a divorce. Olivia provides valuable insights on how to manage the financial side of divorce, including lifesty...

Depositions in Divorce: A Guide to the Process In this episode of Divorce at Altitude , Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha take a deep dive into the world of depositions, a critical component of the discovery process in divorce cases. Ryan and Amy explain what depositions are, when they're used, and how they help both sides gather crucial information. They also provide insight into the different ty...

Discovery in Divorce: Navigating the Process and Uncovering Hidden Assets In this episode of Divorce at Altitude, Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha delve into the intricacies of the Discovery process in divorce cases. Discovery is a critical phase where both parties are required to provide full and fair disclosure of their financial and personal circumstances. Ryan and Amy explain how this process help...

Parenting Contracts and the Future of Family Law In this episode of Divorce at Altitude , Ryan Kalamaya is joined by Boulder-based mediator and lawyer John Hoelle to discuss the future of family law, specifically focusing on the emerging concept of parenting contracts and values-based agreements for couples. They dive into how these agreements, which outline parenting plans in advance, can help av...

Holiday Parenting Time: Navigating the Challenges of Divorced Families During the Holidays In this episode of Divorce at Altitude , Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha discuss the complexities of holiday parenting time for divorced families. As the holiday season approaches, many divorced parents are grappling with how to manage parenting time, school breaks, and travel arrangements. Ryan and Amy share t...

Professional Athletes, Entertainers, and Divorce: What You Need to Know In this episode of Divorce at Altitude , Ryan Kalamaya is joined by New York City divorce lawyer, Evan Schein, who specializes in cases involving professional athletes and entertainers. They dive into the unique aspects of divorce when it comes to high-earning public figures like athletes and entertainers, with a particular fo...

Spousal Maintenance and Retirement in Divorce In this episode of Divorce at Altitude , family law attorneys Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha discuss how spousal maintenance (also known as alimony) is handled in divorce, particularly when retirement is a factor. They break down how the court considers various factors such as the marital property, gross income, and the ability to pay when deciding on sp...

Cryptocurrency and Divorce in Colorado: What You Need to Know In this episode of Divorce at Altitude, Colorado family law attorney Ryan Kalamaya is joined by cryptocurrency attorney Anthony A. Garcia to discuss how Bitcoin, Ethereum, NFTs, and other digital assets are handled in a Colorado divorce. As cryptocurrency becomes more mainstream, it is increasingly showing up in property division, child...

Top 7 Questions in a Colorado Divorce Consultation In this Episode of Divorce at Altitude, Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha walk through the seven most common questions people ask during an initial divorce consultation in Colorado. Using the familiar story of Eric Wolf as the lens, they explain what clients can realistically expect at the start of a case and how Colorado law addresses the issues that...

Trusts and Divorce in Colorado: Property, Income, and Economic Impact In this episode of Divorce at Altitude, Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha unpack one of the most complex financial issues in Colorado divorce cases: how trusts are treated under Colorado family law. Many families create trusts for estate planning and asset protection, but when divorce arises, questions quickly follow. Is a trust inte...

How to Know When It’s Time for Divorce or Time to Save Your Marriage In this episode of Divorce at Altitude, Colorado family law attorney Ryan Kalamaya explores one of the most common and emotionally difficult questions people ask: How do you know when it’s time to get a divorce, and when is it time to try to save your marriage? Ryan is joined by relationship experts Lori Kret and Jeff Cole, found...