Saving Your Marriage
Happy First of May from The Harris Law Firm
Happy May Day from The Harris Law Firm, Colorado's Family Law Team: Just the facts ... • V-E Day, May 8, commemorates 1945's Victory in Europe, when Allied forces officially ended World War II. • On May 10, 1994, Nelson Mandela won the first free election in South Africa. • …
Saving Your Marriage by Dr.Parrott
Saving Your Marriage Before It Starts: Seven Questions to Ask Before (and After) You Marry (Hardcover) ~ Leslie Parrott (Author), Les Parrott III
New Book Shares the Secrets of Happily Married Women
In author Iris Krasnow's new book, she interviewed 200 happily married women who have been with their husbands from 15 to 70 years. The inverviewees share how they have stayed married in a culture where 50% of all marriages in the US end in divorce. Her new book, available now is called: The Secret Lives of Wives: Women Share What It Really Takes To Stay Married Located in Denver (303) 299-9484 and Fort Collins (970) 472-1838, The Harris Law Firm is Colorado's largest family law firm. Focusing exclusively on Colorado Divorce and Colorado Child Custody …
Get Your Marriage Back on Track Now!
When you and your spouse are experiencing problems in your marriage, consider relationship counseling to discuss your issues. Calling your family therapist should be your first call and calling your family law attorney should be your last one! Dont ignore the problems in your marriage, but work through them by addressing the issues with a professional trained to help. For a list of qualified therapists in your area, go to the Saving Your Marriage section of our website and keep your marriage happy and healthy. Located in Denver (303) 299-9484 and Fort Collins (9 …
Looking for a Licensed Therapist in Colorado?
Please access the Colorado Divorce or the Saving Your Marriage section of our website in the Resource Section to access a list of qualified therapists in your area.
Making Your Marriage Last
Make a list of what you need from your partner: List 5 things that you want from your partner List 5 issues that you would like to eliminate from your relationship: These can be behaviors, methods of communication or non-communication, personal problems, etc. What baggage have you brought into your relationship? Each partner carries emotional issues from the past into the current relationship. It is important to know what those issues are. Are you emotionally available? It is not uncommon to unconsciously build emotional walls that prevent close …
Can you protect the appreciation of separate property from joining the marital estate?
Can you protect the appreciation of separate property from joining the marital estate? Yes. Pursuant to C.R.S. § 14-10-113, the marital appreciation of separate property will normally become part of the marital estate. However, pursuant to C.R.S. § 14-2-304, “parties may contract with respect to disposition of property upon separation of the parties.” The bottom line is that if you form a valid marital agreement then you can protect the appreciation of your separate property from joining the marital estate, and you will not …
I filed for the Dissolution of Marriage in Colorado . Can I Change My Mind?
After you file for a Colorado divorce, you can dismiss the petition for the dissolution of marriage with the court anytime before the other person files a response. Once a response has been filed, the two of you must agree to dismiss the petition.
Call a Therapist First!
If you are experiencing marital strife, calling a family law attorney should be your last phone call, not your first one! Begin by talking with a qualified therapist together to discuss how you two can get your marriage back on track. Honest and open communication is the key to a happy relationship, and a counselor may be able to help you both to start sharing again. Go to the Saving Your Marriage section of our site to find the names of therapists, or talk to a trusted friend who may be able to recommend a counselor for you.
Is Ashton Kutcher Channeling Former Two and Half Men Star Charlie Sheen?
Actress Demi Moore has allegedly consulted with a California divorce attorney to discuss the possible dissolution of marriage from her husband of 6 years, Ashton Kutcher. Apparently some very damaging photos of Ashton in a partying mode were released to the press, and Demi is not happy. However, the couple was recently photographed linked arm in arm in Los Angeles on Friday night while attending services at the Kabbalah Centre. Let's hope that Ashton was just temporarily channeling Charlie Sheen, the former star of Two and Half Men …
If You Decide to Live Together, Protect Yourselves with a Cohabitation Agreement
A study by the Pew Research Center found that 39 percent of Americans think that living together is better than getting married. A recent census report found that 7.5 million heterosexual couples lived together in 2010, up 13 percent from 2009. And as the number of couples choosing to live together rather than marry has increased dramatically, so have the court battles created by their break-ups. The American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers found that almost half of its 1,600 members are seeing an increase in litigation between cohabiting couples. Nearly …
Save Your Marrage by Adopting Positive Behaviors:
How to Save Your Marriage: Ø Be Dependable: Healthy relationships are based on trust. Be true to your word and be someone who your partner can count on. Ø Don't be Jealous: Jealousy is the kiss of death in a relationship. Like envy, jealousy is an emotion that only furthers divisiveness between parties. Ø Forgive: Everyone is going to disappoint you at some point during the course of your relationship. Learn to forgive, and hope that your partner will do the same for you. Ø Be Romantic: Men and women need to keep …
Congratulations to Colorado Divorce Lawyer John Tatlock!
Congratulations to John Tatlock, Special Counsel to The Harris Law Firm, for being selected for membership in the Doyle Inn of Court as a “Master,” an attorney with more than 13 years experience in active practice.
Marriage Rates per the US Census
Year Marriages Population Rate per 1,000 total population 2009 2,080,000 306,803,000 6.8 2008 2,157,000 …
Would You Use a Reconciliation Service?
Decades ago, common advice to divorcing couples was "try to work it out". People used to understand that life was cyclical and chances were high that a couple could get their relationship back on track if they stayed together. But in a culture that elects presidents based on "change", people now seem to think that good relationships can be found anywhere from the internet to the local pub. Based on this concept, when our current relationship goes awry, we simply create a new one. A recent survey in Minneapolis interviewed 2500 c …
Doing What it Takes to Save Your Marriage
For a list of therapists and marriage counselors in your area, please access a list of qualified professionals from the Resources Section of our website. You will never regret exhausting every avenue in an effort to save your marriage. Located in Denver (303) 299-9484 and Fort Collins (970) 472-1838, The Harris Law Firm is Colorado's largest family law firm. Focusing exclusively on Colorado Divorce and Colorado Child Custody and Support, the firm's philosophy is to work with you to resolve your legal matter in the best way possible. When you consult with one of our atto …
The Ground Rules for Saving Your Marriage
Establish some ground rules for making negotiations positive and safe: a) Strive to be kind and upbeat throughout your discussion, b) Safety is a priority during your meetings--be kind and avoid anger at all times, c) if you are unable to reach an understanding, agree to reconvene later. Identify the issue from the perspective of both parties. Seek to understand your spouse's position, and state it clearly to your partner, before you agree on a solution to your problem. Consider all possible solution …
Are You Getting Enough Sex?
A recent survey reports that as many as 20 million married Americans aren't getting enough sex from their spouse on a regular basis. According to the poll, many married people are dissatisfied with the lack of lovemaking and want to have sex more often. Almost 61 percent of married men with ages ranging from 45 to 55 say that having a good sex life is a critical part of a healthy relationship, and 47 percent of married women in the same age group agreed. According to Denise A. Donnelly, an associate professor of sociology at Ge …
If you want to save your marriage...
If you are seeking to save your marriage, put the fun back in it, and go out on a date together! Dating is important for couples with young children because they need some "just us" time, and important for couples without kids because they often spend too much time working. Therapist Elisabeth Joy LaMotte says: However, the longer I work as a couples therapist, the more convinced I become that the place where many good marriages can start to deteriorate is rooted in a couples' joint failure to recognize the importance of making time to date. I practically beg the married coup …
Understanding Your Spouse's Communication Style
Communication means really trying to understand what it is your spouse is trying to tell you. For example, when men stop talking, it often means that they have said what they have to say, but a woman's silence usually means that she is very upset. A happy and healthy relationship will require an understanding of these differences. If your man is silent don’t be offended, he isn’t ignoring you and guys, if your lady is silent, you’d better figure out what you’ve done to upset her. Located in Denver (303) 299-9484 and …
Arnold and Maria Schwartzenegger: Will the Power Couple Divorce?
In a joint announcement, former California Governor Arnold Schwartzenegger and his wife, former newswoman, Maria Shriver announced that they are now living apart. Ms. Shriver has recently left the couple's home in the posh Brentwood neighborhood of West Los Angeles. It has been reported that Mr. Schwarzenegger's infidelties have played a role in their decision to live separately, but they announced that they will continue to co-parent and to work on the future of their relationship together. From the beginning, their …
Working on Your Marriage
The ups and downs associated with marriage are to be expected, but when tensiona are running high, consider talking with a licensed marriage counselor to help you through difficult times. Go to the "Saving Your Marriage" section of our website to access of list of therapists in your area: www.harrisfamilylaw.com
Much Happiness to the Royal Couple, the new Duke and Duchess of Cambridge
The Royal Wedding was a great success, the much anticipated dress was perfect, the weather cooperated, and they even kissed twice on the balcony of Buckingham Palace to the great joy of the crowd below! Everyone at The Harris Law Firm wishes the Prince and Princess all the best for a very happy marriage and a successful partnership, and hopes that this is indeed true love and no one in the Windsor family will ever regret the fact that newlyweds did not sign a prenuptial agreement!
US Divorce Rates Have Dipped During the Recessession
Per The Financial Times: US Divorce rates have dipped during the recessession as unemployment surged and the housing market collapsed. The rate decreased in 2009 to 9.7 from 9.9 in 2006. It makes sense since it is more difficult to split up amid high unemployment and a plunge in housing prices. One divorce lawyer told the newspaper that one of her clients wanted to split with his wife in 2008, but had to stay married because the bank wouldn't lend him the money to buy her portion of their property. "People no longer argue about who's keeping the house, but about who's stu …
Catherine Zeta Jones and Michael Douglas Continue to Support Each Other
Award winning actress Catherine Zeta-Jones, wife of Michael Douglas, is currently being treated for a bi-polar disorder at Silver Hill, a treatment center located in posh New Canaan, Connecticut. Treatment for bi-polar disorder is usually entails a combination of medication and cognitive behavior therapy designed to manage the highs and lows of manic depression. Her courageous decision to report news of her treatment may inspire others who suspect that they are also in need of care. Attorneys at The Harris Law Firm say that this unfortunate disorder is often the …
Save Your Marriage: Go to the "Ask a Therapist" Form on Our Homepage
Having trouble in your marriage? Go to our homepage and you can ask a marriage counselor a question online. You will receive an answer to your question within 48 hours!
Women in Military are Twice as Likely to Divorce as Their Male Counterparts
Recent statistics from the Pentagon indicate that women in the military are twice as likely to divorce as their male counterparts. . In 2010, 7.8 percent of women in the military obtained a divorce, compared with 3 percent of military men. Women in the military also get divorced at higher rates than their peers outside the armed services. Why military women are more burdened by divorce is unclear, but societal pressure is likely a factor. One speculation is that while more traditional men join the military, women who are attracted to military life are less conventional — an …
Social Media Cited in One of Every Five Divorce Cases
According to a recent survey of divorce lawyers by the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, the use of information obtained via Facebook and other forms of social media has been cited in more than 20% of divorce cases. Lawyers report that when one spouse begins to communicate via social media with a love interest from their past, their ongoing communication often leads them to a deeper connection. Typically, people who begin these interactions have no intention of having an affair, but the more they communicate, the more likely it is that they will create a meaningful relationship a …
One Simple Rule to Keep Your Marriage Strong
If you are married and have kids, you want your marriage to stay strong. Divorce is not only complicated, it is expensive! Keep your marriage in tact by following one simple rule: Spend time together as a couple. Yes it is difficult to find the time to get away, your work life is complicated, family time is important, and getting a babysitter can be challenging, but not spending time together can take a toll on your relationship. Dont put your marriage at risk by focusing all of your time on everything but the two of you. Take a break and go out on a date, and spend some quality …
"Ask a Marriage Counselor"
The Harris Law Firm is adding a new section to our website! The "Ask a Marriage Counselor" form will allow you to ask a therapist a question about saving your marriage. Just fill out the form and you will receive an answer to your question in 48 hours! This new service will be available soon!
Positive Communication Will Keep Your Marriage Strong
Positive and ongoing communication will keep your marriage strong and on track 1.) Research indicates that when couples begin to assign blame and make accusations, that positive communication will come to a halt. 2.) When one party becomes critical or contemptuous, this will also act as a barrier to productive communication. 3.) If either party begins to become defensive, and attempts to excuse negative behaviors, this will also curtail any positive interaction. Negative behaviors and the failure to communicate will often create an atmosphere where neither party is able interac …
Save Your Marriage!
Access the Resource Center on our website for a list of therapists who work with married couples in crisis! www.harrisfamilylaw.com
Making Time for Each Other: Date Night for Married Couples
Share your expectations with each other regarding your upcoming date Agree that date night is just for the two of you to reconnect and enjoy each other's company Calendar date night at least once a month and make your evening together a priority Your date should last at least 2 hours and be away from home Choose events for date night that you will both enjoy and look forward to. Schedule child care prior to your evening out together Have a good time!
How to Address Infidelity
Do you think that your spouse may be cheating? There are signs to look for when you suspect infidelity. But remember even if your wife or husband has had an affair, it may not be the end of your marriage. Before you call a Denver divorce attorney at The Harris Law Firm to file for a Colorado divorce, consider couples counseling to see if you can repair the damage to your marriage together. There are many qualified counselors listed on our website. http://www.harrisfamilylaw.com/process.cfm?task=admin.editPage&pageId=330 Located in Denver (303) 299-9484 and Fort Collins (970) 47 …
Making Your Marriage Work
Making Your Marriage Work All marriages have their challenges, but here are some tips to help salvage your troubled relationship when you are faced with life’s inevitable ups and downs. Seek to Remedy Your Issues Quickly When you identify a problem within your marriage, deal with the issue immediately. The more time you wait without making an effort to remedy the problem, the more likely is becomes that the issue will escalate. Spend Quality Time Together When you find that you …
2010 State of Our Unions Report
Marriage Strongest Among Well-Educated, Less So Among Moderately Educated The University of Virginia’s National Marriage Project and the Institute for American Values’ Center for Marriage and Families issued its 2010 State of Our Unions report on marriage yesterday, December 6. The report, titled “When Marriage Disappears: The Retreat from Marriage in Middle America,” observes that the institution of marriage appears to be attenuating among “Middle Americans …
More on Divorce Insurance
LOS ANGELES, CA--(Marketwire - November 3, 2010) - Just weeks after the launch of the nation's first divorce insurance, Los Angeles Divorce Attorney Mark Baer is cautioning 'would be' insureds to think carefully before investing in this novel insurance; the consequences may very well outweigh the benefits and destroy the sanctity of marriage. Over the years he's practiced law, Attorney Baer has helped hundreds of couples dissolve their marriages with the goal of causing the least amount of damage to their families. As a mediator, a collaborative law attorney and an experienced litigator, …
More Women and Middle Class Couples Seeking Pre Nups
Pre Nups: Plan for the Worst and Hope for the Best More and more middle class couples are taking a cautious approach to marriage and drafting prenuptial agreements before saying "I do". Family law atttorneys are seeing more women and middle-class couples seeking marital agreements, which can include adultery clauses, protection of retirement benefits and even custody of the dog, according to the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML), which represents more than 1 600 lawyers. “It's a planning tool. Given that half of marriages end in divor …
Saving Your Marriage: Don't Take Each Other for Granted!
If you are taking your spouse for granted because you believe that your partner will always be there for you, you are making a huge mistake. Take the time and make the effort to be kind, thoughtful, appreciative, respectful, supportive, and affirming towards your spouse. Not taking your spouse for granted means going beyond remembering your anniversary and your spouse's birthday. Not taking your spouse for granted means being tuned in to how your spouse feels and what your spouse thinks. If you dont know, take the time to simply ask! Not taking your spouse for granted means you listen, you d …
Divorce Becoming More Common in China
There was hardly any confusion about marriage and family life in old China. Traditional Chinese culture frowned on divorce. An ancient proverb admonishes newlyweds: "You are married until your hair turns white." In practice, of course, men played a more dominant role in Chinese families and got away with most things, including marital dalliances. It was shameful for women to marry more than once while it was easy for men to take one or more concubines. But the times are changing in modern China. The economic miracle that followed the country's opening to the outside world after 197 …
Choose Wisely When Hiring an Attorney to Draft Your Pre-Nup
Nicolas Granatino, the soon to be former husband of German Heiress Katrin Radmacher, arrived at the London Supreme Court with his lawyer , the notable Fiona Shackleton, to hear the ruling on his divorce case. French citizen Grantino challenged their prenuptial contract and the one million pound divorce settlement with his former wife, a German heiress Katrin Radmacher, who is said to be worth over 100 million pounds. Britain's Supreme Court ruled in favor of the German heiress today in a divorce case that gives new validity to having a prenuptial agreement written by an exp …
Expressing Love
The 5 Love Languages™ What if you could say or do just the right thing guaranteed to make that special someone feel loved? The secret is learning the right love language! Millions of couples have learned the simple way to express their feelings and bring joy back into marriage: The 5 Love Languages, Dr. Gary Chapman’s New York Times bestseller! Words of Affirmation—Actions don’t always speak louder than words. If this is your love language, unsolicited compliments mean the world to you. Hearing the words, "I love you," are important—hearing the reas …
Super Model Stephanie Seymour to Reconcile with Billionaire Husband
Former supermodel Stephanie Seymour and entertainment tycoon Peter Brant are ending their high-profile divorce proceedings and "reconciling" out of court, the couple said today. "The parties have withdrawn their divorce action and are reconciling," the two told ABC News in a statement, asking that their privacy "be respected." The couple was in a Connecticut court this morning and was expected to face off over custody of their three children and a fortune that includes lavish homes in some of the most exclusive destinations in the country Located in Denver (303 …
Would You Buy "Divorce Insurance"?
SafeGuard Guaranty Corp., a North-Carolina based insurance company, has determined how to calculate the statistical probability that your marriage will end in divorce. They're also offering WedLock, what they claim is the first-ever divorce insurance. Their web site features a Divorce Probability Calculator, which claims to predict your probability of getting divorced within a 13% margin of error. By asking questions about race, religion, educational background, age, children, among others, the calculator can gauge your marital prospects based on actuarial info …
Is Divorce Contagious? How You Can Beat the Bug
Good Morning America", he discussed the fact that when one person expresses that they are considering leaving their spouse and filing for divorce, their thoughts can trigger similar thought patterns in those around them. Located in Denver (303) 299-9484 and Fort Collins (970) 472-1838, The Harris Law Firm is Colorado's largest family law firm. Focusing exclusively on Colorado Divorce and Colorado Child Custody and Support, the firm's philosophy is to work with you to resolve your legal matter in the best way possible. When you consult with one of our attorneys, t …
If You are Having Marital Problems, Call Your Therapist Before You Call Your Divorce Lawyer
Begin with a Marriage Counselor The attorneys at The Harris Law firm believe that when your marriage is in trouble, calling your marriage counselor should be your first phone call, and calling your divorce lawyer should be your last phone call . When a potential client calls The Harris Law , we ask about your situation and the reasons for divorce. When there's even a hint of ambivalence from the caller , we encourage that person to see a marriage counselor with their spouse before they meet with a divorce attor …
A Divorce Lawyer is the Last Option
If your marriage is in trouble, start by meeting with a competent family counselor or relationship therapist to discuss the steps you can take to improve your marriage. Find out why the two of you cannot seem to get along anymore and discover ways that you can begin to mend your relationship. You can begin by accessing the "Saving Your Marriage" section of our website for the names therapists in your area. Speaking with a Colorado Divorce Attorney should be your last option, not your first one.
Commitment is the Key to a Successful Marriage
Regardless of how compatible the two of you are now, marital conflict during the course of your relationship is an inevitable fact of life. But not being in agreement on every issue is really not what is important to consider in your marriage because the vast majority of issues that couples argue about can be resolved. The real point to consider is whether or not your partner can stay in the relationship when your interaction becomes strained. Will he or she be willing to go to couples counseling to learn the skills necessary to deal with conflict, or will he or she simply distance themselve …
Relationship Coaching
Struggling Couples We're busy people today. We want our relationships to 'just work' dammit! What's all the fuss anyway? Why can't it just be easy? With a little help, it can be easier than you imagine. Relationships are only mysterious to the uninformed. If you are: Wondering how to manage yours, mine and ours... Caught in a web of control, jealousy and poor communication skills... Living with someone you thought you knew but really don't... Hurt, confused, and think that leaving is the only way out... Then give your relationship the gift of healing. You will make …
Talk to a Couples Counselor First!
Don’t end your marriage without seeking professional help first. A divorce attorney should be your last stop and a marriage counselor should be your first. Ask your friends, colleagues and associates to recommend a good therapist, and schedule some interviews. Choose a therapist who is biased in the direction of helping you find solutions to your marital problems You should feel comfortable and respected by your therapist and should feel that he or she understands how you feel. Know that most marital problems are solvable, so know that change is possible. Remember that there …
Tiger and Elin Headed for Divorce
Mrs. Tiger Woods, Elin Nordegren is reportedly retaining one of the best divorce attorneys in the country to end her troubled marriage to Tiger Woods. She has consulted with Mr. Sorrell Trope, the dean of Hollywood’s most illustrious divorce lawyers. Nobody has more experience at tearing celebrity marriages asunder than Mr. Trope who began practicing family law in 1949. His star clients span the generations from Cary Grant and Rod Steiger to Nicole Kidman, Nicolas Cage, Hugh Grant and Britney Spears. While Trope is no expert on the law in Florida …
Is it too late for Tiger?
It has been reported that Tiger Woods' wife Elin Nordegren has moved out of their marital home, and has consulted with several divorce lawyers regarding a possible separation following the Christmas holidays. Apparently Elin has been recently photographed without her wedding band that she has worn throughout the five-year marriage. Tiger, however, now appears ready to fight for his family, and announced on Friday he was taking an indefinite break from golf in a bid to save his marriage and become a "better husband, father and person."
Your Job May be the Key to a Successful Marriage
Veterinarians, agricultural engineers, and those in the teaching profession are all less likely to divorce than entertainers, sports figures, bartenders and nurses, according to recent research that claims your choice of employment is key to a successful marriage. The top 10 jobs with the highest chance of divorce are: 1. Dancers and choreographers 43.05% 2. Bartenders 38.43% 3. Massage therapists 38.22% 4. Nurses and health care professionals 28.95% 5. Entertainers, performers, and sports figures 28.49% 6. Baggage porters and concierges 28.43 …
Research Shows that Monogamy is not for the Birds
AUSTRALASIAN gannets, seabirds that were previously believed to mate for life, apparently have a "divorce rate" that is similar to humans. Researcher Steffi Ismar from Auckland University said that orthinologists once considered the birds to be strictly monogamous, but observations of a colony on New Zealand's Cape Kidnappers over a 3 year period revealed their rate of separation from one breeding season to the next is about 40 per cent. Australasian gannets are large birds that breed on islands off Victoria, Tasmania and New Zealand, each pair producing …
Denver Therapist Jeannie Lee Discusses Conflict
Creatively Approaching Conflict - Tip Turn Down the Impact (Notice that this is about the PROBLEM, not the other person. If the two (or more) who are in conflict can do this together it will be all that much more effective. Realizing that the two of you are on the same team, put the problem out in front of you and then proceed.) Imagine that the problem you are having has a sound. Maybe it's a siren. Maybe it's clanging cymbals. Maybe it's scratchy static. Maybe it's like a child screaming. How loud is it? If it's a particularly pesky proble …
Couples Take Vacations with the Marriage Counselor in Tow
In this year's disappointing and far from amusing Hollywood comedy Couples Retreat: Return to Eden, 4 married couples attempt to jump start their marriages by undergoing couples counseling on an island resort. At about the same time the movie was floundering at the boxoffice, a group of Indian travel agents began to market a new twist for a tourism, a divorce package designed to help clients salvage their relationships while vacationing on an island paradise. KV Tours & Travels in Mumbai, sent couples on the verge of div …
Will California Ban Divorce?
Last November, California voters approved an initiative that halted same-sex marriage within the state, but a new initiative, filed by John Marcotte, a married father of 2, would ban divorce as well. The "2010 California Marriage Protection Act" would halt married couples from breaking up within the state of California, and Marcotte says his cause is gaining momentum. Now that the initiative has been filed with state officials, 700,000 signatures are needed to put it on the 2010 ballot. Marcotte says support has been pouring in already. Marcotte's website, RescueMarriage …
Malaysia Offers Free Honeymoons to Rekindle Marriages!
Malaysia, a predominently Muslim state, is offering free honeymoon packages worth up to $440 each to rekindle the romance between married couples on the brink of divorce. The package also offers free counseling for the troubled couples and is the state's attempt to slow soaring divorce rates. So far, 25 couples facing marital woes have been selected for the 3 day honeymoon package. Divorce is permitted under Islam law, but frowned upon. The Prophet Mohammed saying divorce was, in the eyes of God, the most distasteful lawful act.
Free Seminar at The Harris Law Firm
The Harris Law Firm's free "Questions About Divorce Seminar" will be held on Tuesday, September 15th from 12 pm to 1pm at the firm. The Harris Law Firm is located at 1125 17th Street, Suite 1820, Denver, CO 80202. To RSVP, please call 303 299 9484. Space is limited!
A Brief History of Legal Time
John H. Tatlock, an attorney for The Harris Law Firm, has written an article for the September issue of The Colorado Lawyer summarizing the sweeping proposed modifications to the federal rules that govern how court deadlines and time periods are computed. The Judicial Conference of the United States has adopted and recommended to the U.S. Supreme Court more than 170 changes to the federal, civil, criminal, bankruptcy and apppellate time-computation rules and deadlines. The proposed rules not only would alter current time-period calculations, but also would eliminate the "dual-track" …
Sarah Palin Says Her Marriage is Strong
Sarah Palin, the former governor of Alaska and John McCain's running mate for the U.S. Presidency in 2008, has denied an anonymous blog report that she and her husband Todd are filing for divorce. Mrs. Palin says that the very idea that she would divorce her husband is ludicrous. When she stepped down as Alaska governor for reasons that she has yet to make clear, she lambasted the America media by saying that freedom of the press was a sacred right that the U.S. troops had died to protect. In regard to the recent press about her "pending divorce" Palin subsequently asked …
Couples Counseling: Doing the Work
Many couples try counseling, but find that the therapist is not providing them with the answers they need to fix to their problems. It's important for couples to realize that it is not the therapist who will repair your relationship, but you who must be committed to finding the answers by working within the therapeutic process: Here are 4 important tips for making therapy work for your and your spouse: 1. Have a goal in mind. Don't become mired in the past and focus on the myriad of injustices that you have endured, but move on and decide where you want the relationship to go. 2. F …
Marriage and The Economy
According to the cover story of July 13, 2009 edition of Time Magazine, there is no other single force causing as much measurable hardship in this country as the collapse of marriage. The article, by Caitlin Flanagan, explains that infidelity is eroding our most sacred institution and discusses how to make marriage matter again.
Medium Star Sees Future with Current Husband
In spite of having recently filed for divorce in Los Angeles County, Medium star, Patricia Arquette and her husband will remain married. Ms. Arquette and her husband, actor Thomas Jane, have been granted a dismissal of their divorce case that was filed in January. The couple married in May of 2006 and have one daughter.
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Jon and Kate Plus 8 Headed for Divorce?
Reality TV stars, Jon and Kate, don't appear to be thinking much about their 8 children these days. With Kate having an affair with her bodyguard and Jon dating a 23 year old school teacher, the pair seem to be focusing on matters other than the health and well being of their brood. Prior to the success of their show, in which they now make $75,000 per episode, the pair barely generated that amount per year between the two of them. Hopefully, however, the young stars will soon realize that money isnt everything and start to prioritize their marriage and their family for the sake of the k …
Rich Harris on the Tom Martino Show - Fox 31 News
President and Managing Partner of The Harris Law Firm, Rich Harris will appear on the Tom Martino Show on Fox 31 TV on Monday, June 1st from 9 am to 10 am to discuss Colorado family law. The show will be re-broadcast on KWGN Channel 2 at 11 am.
Rich Harris on Tom Martino Show Today from 12 to 3 pm
Rich Harris will appear on The Tom Martino Show from 12 to 1 pm on KHOW 630 AM today and again on June 29th. Listen to Rich Harris, President of The Harris Law Firm, discuss Colorado Family Law and expound on subjects that include divorce, allocation of parental rights, modifications of child support, etc. Call Tom Martino and Rich Harris and ask your question live at 303 713 8255 (TALK)
Sean Penn Calls Off Divorce for the 2nd Time
Oscar winning actor Sean Penn who recently filed for divorce for the second time in 16 months, has now withdrawn his motion and wants to dismiss his case for a legal separation from actress Robin Wright Penn. Mr. Penn has stated that he acted in anger and should not have filed. It has been rumored that Mr. Penn has been having a relationship with actress Natalie Portman.
Rich Harris Discusses Family Law on Tom Martino Show
Rich Harris, President and Managing Partner of The Harris Law Firm, discussed the modification of parenting time on the Tom Martino Show on KHOW yesterday. Rich will be discussing Colorado family law with Tom Martino on KHOW 630 AM every Wednesday at 12:30 pm
Rich Harris & Tom Martino 630 KHOW Wednesdays at 12:30 pm
Rich Harris will appear on the Tom Martino Show, 630 KHOW, on Wednesdays at 12:30 pm to discuss Colorado family law. The Harris Law Firm is now listed as the go to family law firm on Martino's referral list at www.mylegalhelpcenter.com
Attorney Margaret Walker Named Pro Bono Coordinator
Rich Harris, President and Managing Partner of The Harris Law Firm in Denver, Colorado is pleased to announce that family law attorney Margaret "Peggy" Walker has been named the new "Pro Bono Coordinator" for the firm. Ms. Walker will coordinate the with the firm's 13 family law attorneys to provide free legal services to those who cannot afford a lawyer. Ms. Walker has practiced family law in the State of Colorado since 1977, and is a former law professor with the University of Denver Sturm College of Law. In addition to her practice as a family law attorney for Th …
Couples Counseling: Some Techniques are Not Effective
According to Dr. Bonnie Maslin, a well-known psychotherapist and author of "The Angry Marriage", new research indicates that some of the popular couples counseling techniques are not effective. The recent studies debunk conventional wisdom by showing that "Active Listening", or "Parroting" simply doesnt work. "Active Listening is a widely used technique in couples therapy in which one spouse complains about the other and the other spouse repeats the complaint in his or her own words and says, "I hear what you are saying. New research indicates that …
Social Norms Lower Divorce Rate in New Zealand
Government statistics indicate that the New Zealand divorce rate has fallen to the lowest level in 27 years. New figures show that the divorce rate is now 11.3 per 1,000 marriages in 2008, down from 12.8 in 2004. Mental health professionals are saying the reason for the slowing divorce rate is that marriage has become a choice rather than a social norm and couples are waiting longer to tie the knot. One in five partnerships lived together without being married in 2008, while the ratio in 1996 was one in seven. In 2008, the median age for marriage was 32.5 for men and 30.2 for women, compared w …
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The Test of Time
Although the phrase "Hollywood Marriage" generally indicates a short term union, there are famous couples whose marriages have endured the test of time. Actor Danny DeVito and Cheers actress Leah Pearlman dated for 11 years prior to marrying. They have now been married for 27 years and have three children. Box office giant Tom Hanks and his actress/producer wife Rita Wilson have been married for 21years. West Wing star, Martin Sheen, 68, married Janet Templeton, 65, in 1961and they have 4 children. Dirty Dancing star, Patrick Swayze has been married to his wife Lisa , who he met in a …
Former Pastor Ted Haggard to Make TV Appearance
Former Evangelical Pastor Ted Haggard and his wife are planning another TV appearance, this time to discuss their marriage. The two are in Los Angeles taping an appearance on the syndicated "Divorce Court" to be broadcast nationally on April 1st.
What Do Divorce Lawyers and Firefighters Have in Common?
The common characteristic between divorce attorneys and firefighters is that they both have a driving desire to rescue. While the firefighter will lead you to safety from a burning building, the motive of the divorce lawyer is to minimize the suffering inherent in the dissolution of your marriage by leading you through the legal labyrinth in as painless a manner as possible. To read more on this subject by author Sarah Hampson, please click here:
Can an Unhappy Marriage Give You Heartburn?
A new study by a doctoral candidate in clinical psychology at the University of Utah has indicated that cardiovascular damage is more common for those involved in an unhappy marriage. The study also showed that damage to the heart is more common in women than in men. While both men and women in strained unions may experience more bouts of depression than their happily married counterparts, women in contentious relationships are more likely to develop high blood pressure, high cholesterol, high blood sugar and other markers of what is known as "Metabolic Syndrome". Metabolic Syndrome …
Is Your Marriage at Risk?
A recent psychological study has identified the 3 types of marriages that have the highest risk of divorce: 1. The Pursuer and the Distancer - One partner will seek to discuss problems in the marriage, while the other spouse will dismiss their concerns without ever addressing the issues. 2. The Disengaged Couple - These are emotionally distant individuals who do not require intimacy and lack mutual interests. 3. The Operatic Marriage - This marriage is characterized by a tumultuous and volatile relationship, marked by cycles of fighting and making up.
Cohabitation Raises Couples Chances of Divorce
Maggie Gallagher and Linda Waite, authors of "A Case for Marriage", say that studies regarding cohabitation indicate that couples who live together prior to marriage have a greater chance of divorcing than couples who never cohabitated. The reason for this fact, the authors say, is that cohabitants do not reap the advantages of a deeper partnership and do not feel responsible for each other's well being. The latest Census Bureau figures show that 4 million couples are living together outside of marriage.
Forgiving Infidelity
Finding out that your spouse is having an affair is one of life's most painful experiences, but if you are willing to work together, your relationship can be salvaged. It is important that both partners be committed to the healing process and begin with the realization that it will take time to establish trust. Honest communication, the sharing of feelings, and forgiveness are the keys. To view this article in it's entirety, please click here: Located in Denver (303) 299-9484 and Fort Collins (970) 472-1838, The Harris Law Firm is Colorado's largest family law firm. Focusing excl …
Avoiding the Blame Game
Denver therapist, Jim Neuman, M.S.W., L.C.S.W., discusses the traumatic impact of divorce and the negative defense mechanisms often employed by both parties during dissolution of marriage cases. He encourages divorcing couples to assess their marriages and to identify and take ownership of their own mistakes so as to not to repeat them in the future. To view this article in it's entirety, please click here:
Emotional Intelligence
In his book Emotional Intelligence, author Daniel Goleman discusses the importance of managing emotions in relationships. To view this article in it's entirety, please click here
