Child Custody

At Andrew Green Law, we understand that the word "custody" can trigger adversarial, harmful dynamics. Many parents mistakenly view their children as prizes to be won or pawns in a larger conflict—an approach that isn't just counterproductive, but can have devastating consequences for children.

The fog of divorce can cloud judgment, leading parents to make decisions in haste rather than with careful consideration for their child's well-being. But we've found that once parents fully grasp the impact of their actions on their children, they often shift their focus away from contentious battles and toward what's actually best for their child.

That's part of why Colorado law uses the terms "Parenting Time" and "Decision-Making Responsibilities"—language that reflects the shift from a winner-takes-all mentality to a cooperative one, and helps parents build a more stable, nurturing environment for their children.

We know co-parenting isn't always easy. Every family's circumstances are different, and those differences shape how parental responsibilities are determined. In some cases, it may be appropriate to restrict a parent's time with the children if their physical or emotional health is at risk. Joint decision-making isn't right for every situation either—particularly when one parent has experienced domestic violence at the hands of the other, or when an inability to agree prevents children from getting the services they need.

At Andrew Green Law, we have extensive experience with domestic violence and coercive control, and we know how to build compelling cases around it. We provide honest, compassionate guidance tailored to your unique situation, and we're committed to helping you create a strategy that keeps your child's best interests at the center of everything we do.

Child Custody Process Overview for Colorado