Divorce at Altitude: A Podcast on Colorado Family Law

Eric Wolf’s Divorce Story: The Emotional and Financial Crossroads of a Colorado Divorce In this episode of Divorce at Altitude, Colorado family law attorney Ryan Kalamaya shares the powerful and relatable story of Eric Wolf, a successful business owner facing the unraveling of his marriage. Through Eric’s experience, listeners gain insight into the emotional, financial, and legal realities that of...

Colorado Licensed Legal Paraprofessional (LLP) Program Update In this episode of Divorce at Altitude, Amy Goscha welcomes Denver family law attorney Maha for an important update on Colorado’s Licensed Legal Paraprofessional (LLP) program. This follow-up conversation builds on their earlier discussion and highlights the significant progress made since the Colorado Supreme Court adopted the LLP conc...

Enforcing Colorado Divorce Court Orders Without Filing Contempt In this episode of Divorce at Altitude, Colorado family law attorney Ryan Kalamaya is joined by Denver attorney Halleh Omidi to discuss how to enforce divorce court orders without filing contempt. While contempt is often the first remedy clients think of, it is not always the most efficient or strategic option. Ryan and Halleh walk th...

Divorcing a Narcissist in Colorado: Codependency, Boundaries, and Co-Parenting Strategies In this popular re-release episode of Divorce at Altitude, Colorado family law attorney Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha sit down with divorce coach Karen McMahon, host of the Journey Beyond Divorce podcast. Together, they unpack one of the most challenging scenarios in Colorado family law: divorcing a narcissist...

Psychological Testing in Colorado Custody Cases: What PEs, CFIs, and Lawyers Need to Know In this episode of Divorce at Altitude, Colorado family law attorney Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha welcome back John Zervopoulos to unpack one of the most misunderstood topics in Colorado custody litigation: psychological testing in Parenting Responsibilities Evaluations (PREs). John is uniquely qualified to e...

Co-Parenting Coaching in a Colorado Divorce: Tools, Communication, and Kids First In this episode of Divorce at Altitude, Colorado family law attorneys Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha sit down with co-parenting coach and mediator Jackie Deam to talk about co-parenting during and after a Colorado divorce. When kids are involved, parenting plans are only part of the solution. The bigger challenge is co...

Divorce Money Guide: How to Spot Hidden Assets and Financial Red Flags In this episode of Divorce at Altitude, hosts Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha are joined by forensic accountant Tracy Coenen to discuss hidden assets, financial red flags, and how forensic accounting plays a critical role in a Colorado divorce. Many spouses, like the hypothetical “Melanie Wolf,” worry about a partner controlling t...

Take the High Road: Divorce with Compassion for Yourself and Your Family In this episode of Divorce at Altitude , Ryan Kalamaya is joined by Andy Heller, author of Take the High Road: Divorce with Compassion for Yourself and Your Family . Andy shares valuable insights from his own divorce journey and how his book can guide others through the emotional and logistical challenges of divorce. With pra...

Understanding Net Spendable Income in Divorce: Insights from a Financial Expert In this episode of Divorce at Altitude , Ryan Kalamaya is joined by financial expert Boris Sobolev from Cornerstone CPA Group to discuss the critical concept of net spendable income in the context of divorce. As part of the financial analysis that impacts alimony (maintenance) and child support, Boris explains the comp...

No divorce is easy, but some are a lot more challenging than others. Exceptionally difficult divorces are referred to as high conflict, and in today’s episode, we are joined by an expert on this topic, Dr. Les Katz. Les is a psychologist who spent many years as a therapist working with families, and who now focuses on conducting evaluations to determine which actions would be in the best interests...

Trust Interests and Property Division in Divorce In this episode of Divorce at Altitude , Ryan Kalamaya is joined by estate planning expert Gerard Deffenbaugh to explore the complexities of trust interests in Colorado divorce cases. They delve into the key aspects of how trust interests can be categorized as property, whether separate or marital, and how to approach the valuation of these interest...

Navigating Stock Options in Divorce  In this episode of Divorce at Altitude , Ryan Kalamaya is joined by financial expert Ken Nayes, CPA at Cornerstone CPA Group, to discuss the complexities of valuing and dividing stock options during divorce. They explore the key issues surrounding stock options in divorce cases, including how vesting periods, taxes, and company valuation can impact the division...

Witness Preparation in Divorce: Insights from an Expert In this episode of Divorce at Altitude , Ryan Kalamaya is joined by Jessica Brylo, a seasoned litigation consultant and expert in witness preparation. Together, they dive into the crucial role of witness preparation in divorce cases, focusing on how witnesses should present themselves during evaluations, depositions, and court hearings. Jessi...

Divorce and Illiquid Assets in Colorado Divorce In this episode of Divorce at Altitude , Ryan Kalamaya discusses the complexities of dividing illiquid assets during a Colorado divorce. Using a hypothetical example of Eric and Melanie, who are splitting $10 million in assets, with $7.5 million in the form of a patent, Ryan explores how illiquid assets like patents, real estate, and rare collections...

Invalidating and Challenging Marital Agreements in Divorce In this episode of Divorce at Altitude , Ryan Kalamaya is joined by James Bailey, a prominent and experienced divorce attorney, to tackle the complex issue of challenging and invalidating marital agreements in divorce cases. They break down the critical elements that make or break the enforceability of these agreements, including financial...

Ryan Kalamaya defines tangible and intangible assets to help understand how the court decides to divide property in a Colorado divorce.  Key Points in This Episode Defining "Property" What is not "property." Term life insurance policy Leased vehicle Discretionary trust Gifts not yet received Social Security benefits (they can be an economic circumstance) Education degree (such...

Ryan Kalamaya explains what happens in a divorce if  part of your income consists of stock options, restricted stock units (RSUs), restricted stock and deferred compensation. Key Points: Income vs. Property Look at the contract to see if there is a presently enforceable right.  It is true, however, to state that vested options during the marriage is property  How timing is important when it comes...

High Asset Divorces: Unique Issues and Challenges In this episode of Divorce at Altitude , Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha discuss the complexities of High Asset Divorces, focusing on issues like valuation of assets, property division, and the involvement of experts. Ryan explains how high-value assets such as real estate, closely held businesses, and trusts complicate divorce proceedings, requiring...

The Modern Family Law Firm: Adapting to New Challenges In this episode of Divorce at Altitude , Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha dive into what defines a "modern" family law firm. As the legal industry evolves, they discuss how technology, automation, and new legal programs are reshaping the way family law is practiced.  With their own firm's experiences as a backdrop, Ryan and Amy expl...

Property Division and Equalization Payments in Colorado Divorce In this episode of Divorce at Altitude, Ryan Kalamaya discusses the complexities of property division payments, focusing on a hypothetical case involving Eric and Melanie Wolfe. Ryan explains the legal considerations when one party owes a significant payment to the other after dividing assets in a divorce, emphasizing promissory notes...

Understanding Limited License Paraprofessionals (LLPs) in Family Law In this episode of Divorce at Altitude, Amy Goscha is joined by Maha Kamal, founder of the Colorado Family Law Project, to discuss the role and impact of Limited License Paraprofessionals (LLPs) in Colorado family law. Maha explains the history and current status of the LLP program, its purpose in improving access to justice, and...

Dealing with Undisclosed Assets in Colorado Divorce In this episode of Divorce at Altitude , Ryan Kalamaya dives into the complex issue of undisclosed assets during a divorce. Using a hypothetical case involving Eric and Melanie Wolfe, he explores the serious consequences when a spouse fails to fully disclose their assets, such as a hidden Bitcoin account or offshore funds.  Ryan explains the lega...

Divorce at Altitude: Juvenile Delinquency and Family Law in Colorado In this episode of Divorce at Altitude , Amy Goscha is joined by Elizabeth Hardman, a family law attorney at Kalamaya | Goscha, to discuss the intersection of juvenile delinquency and family law. Elizabeth shares insights on how juvenile issues can impact family law cases, including the role of juvenile defense attorneys, the com...

Divorce at Altitude: Business Partners and Divorce in Colorado In this episode of Divorce at Altitude , Ryan Kalamaya dives into the complexities that arise when business partners go through a divorce in Colorado. He discusses important legal considerations for co-owners of a business, like Eric and Melanie Wolfe, who are not only spouses but also business partners in a software company. Ryan expl...

Dealing with Work Product Experts in Parenting Evaluations In this episode of Divorce at Altitude , Ryan Kalamaya is joined by Dr. Andrew Loizeaux, a licensed clinical psychologist, to discuss the role of work product experts in parenting and custody evaluations. They explore how work product reviews can identify strengths and weaknesses in child and family investigator (CFI) reports, and how thes...