Podcast Description:

Welcome to Divorce at Altitude, your trusted resource for navigating Colorado family law with attorneys Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha. Each week, they dive into topics related to divorce, co-parenting, and relationships, offering practical insights and expert advice.

In this episode, Ryan is joined by Nikki Tucker, Certified Divorce Financial Analyst and founder of The FIIRM Approach, to kick off a three-part series on Marriage and Money. The first topic in the series is understanding your partner’s money story a concept that can significantly impact both relationships and divorce outcomes.

Episode Highlights:

- What is a Money Story? The role of past experiences, family dynamics, and cultural influences in shaping financial habits and beliefs.
- Money Stories and Relationships: How differences in financial values and behaviors can create conflict and how understanding your partner’s perspective can strengthen your connection.
- Proactive Money Conversations: Strategies for creating a safe and productive environment to discuss finances and avoid unnecessary tension.
- Money Stories in Divorce: How understanding your spouse’s money story can lead to more empathetic and effective settlement negotiations.

Whether you’re looking to enhance your relationship or navigating a divorce, this episode offers actionable advice to help you better understand your financial dynamics.

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• Phone: 970.315.2365
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If you found this episode helpful, please share it with someone who may benefit. Follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube for more episodes on navigating divorce and custody issues in Colorado.

What is Divorce at Altitude?

Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha provide tips and recommendations on issues related to divorce, separation, and co-parenting in Colorado. Ryan and Amy are the founding partners of an innovative and ambitious law firm, Kalamaya | Goscha, that pushes the boundaries to discover new frontiers in family law, personal injuries, and criminal defense in Colorado.

To subscribe to Divorce at Altitude, click here and select your favorite podcast player. To subscribe to Kalamaya | Goscha's YouTube channel where many of the episodes will be posted as videos, click here. If you have additional questions or would like to speak to one of our attorneys, give us a call at 970-429-5784 or email us at info@kalamaya.law.

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DISCLAIMER: THE COMMENTARY AND OPINIONS ON THIS PODCAST IS FOR ENTERTAINMENT AND INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES AND NOT FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING LEGAL ADVICE. CONTACT AN ATTORNEY IN YOUR STATE OR AREA TO OBTAIN LEGAL ADVICE ON ANY OF THESE ISSUES.

Welcome to Divorce at Altitude, your guide to Colorado family law with attorneys Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha. In each episode, they tackle topics related to divorce and co-parenting, offering insights for navigating the complexities of family law in Colorado.

This week, Ryan and Amy break down one of the most complex aspects of family law: decision-making standards and enforcement in custody cases. They dive into the recent Colorado Court of Appeals case, In re Marriage of Humphries, which addresses the legal standards for modifying decision-making authority post-divorce. Understanding how to approach legal standards—such as the best interest vs. endangerment standards—and knowing which legal motions to file can make a significant difference in these highly charged cases.

Episode Highlights:
- Humphries Case Breakdown: Understanding how the court approaches modifying decision-making authority in high-conflict, post-divorce cases.
- Best Interest vs. Endangerment Standards: Key distinctions and how they impact the court’s decisions on parenting and custody matters.
- Legal Mechanisms & Enforcement: Exploring Colorado’s enforcement statutes and motions to address non-compliance with parenting time.
- Practical Advice: How to reduce post-divorce conflict and work towards decisions that benefit the children’s well-being, even in high-stakes situations.

If you’re navigating a post-divorce custody conflict or a family law professional, this episode provides important insights into the evolving standards in Colorado law.

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• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kalamaya-goscha/
• Phone: 970.315.2365
• Email: mailto:info@kalamaya.law

If you found this episode helpful, please share it with someone who may benefit. Follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube for more episodes on navigating divorce and custody issues in Colorado.

What is Divorce at Altitude?

Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha provide tips and recommendations on issues related to divorce, separation, and co-parenting in Colorado. Ryan and Amy are the founding partners of an innovative and ambitious law firm, Kalamaya | Goscha, that pushes the boundaries to discover new frontiers in family law, personal injuries, and criminal defense in Colorado.

To subscribe to Divorce at Altitude, click here and select your favorite podcast player. To subscribe to Kalamaya | Goscha's YouTube channel where many of the episodes will be posted as videos, click here. If you have additional questions or would like to speak to one of our attorneys, give us a call at 970-429-5784 or email us at info@kalamaya.law.

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DISCLAIMER: THE COMMENTARY AND OPINIONS ON THIS PODCAST IS FOR ENTERTAINMENT AND INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES AND NOT FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING LEGAL ADVICE. CONTACT AN ATTORNEY IN YOUR STATE OR AREA TO OBTAIN LEGAL ADVICE ON ANY OF THESE ISSUES.

Welcome to Divorce at Altitude, your guide to Colorado family law, hosted by attorneys Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha. Each week, we dive into a topic related to divorce and co-parenting to help you navigate the complexities of family law in Colorado.

In this episode, Ryan is joined by Raj Kukuraja, a high net worth divorce expert, to explore Intangible Assets in Divorce—a complex but crucial topic for many high-asset cases. Together, they unpack the concept of intangible property, including Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL), intellectual property, personal goodwill, and more, and explain how these often-overlooked assets impact property division in Colorado divorces.

Episode Highlights:
- Understanding Intangible Property: What qualifies as intangible assets and how they differ from tangible ones, with examples ranging from intellectual property to NIL and personal goodwill.
- Valuing Professional Goodwill: How the courts assess professional practices and the role of excess earnings in determining value.
- Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL): Examining the unique challenges of valuing NIL, especially in high-profile and high-net-worth divorces.
- Case Insights & Examples: From former Broncos players to celebrity endorsements, Ryan and Raj discuss real-world examples that illustrate the complexities of dividing intangible assets.

Whether you’re a business owner or simply curious about this aspect of divorce law, this episode is packed with insights to help you understand and navigate the valuation of intangible assets in Colorado divorce cases.

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• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kalamayagoscha
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• Phone: 970.315.2365
• Email: mailto:info@kalamaya.law

If you found this episode helpful, please share it with someone who may benefit. Follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube for more episodes on navigating divorce and child support in Colorado.

What is Divorce at Altitude?

Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha provide tips and recommendations on issues related to divorce, separation, and co-parenting in Colorado. Ryan and Amy are the founding partners of an innovative and ambitious law firm, Kalamaya | Goscha, that pushes the boundaries to discover new frontiers in family law, personal injuries, and criminal defense in Colorado.

To subscribe to Divorce at Altitude, click here and select your favorite podcast player. To subscribe to Kalamaya | Goscha's YouTube channel where many of the episodes will be posted as videos, click here. If you have additional questions or would like to speak to one of our attorneys, give us a call at 970-429-5784 or email us at info@kalamaya.law.

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Podcast Description:

In this "how-to" episode, Ryan dives into high-income scenarios and how they impact child support in Colorado. Using the case of hypothetical clients, Eric and Melanie Wolf, Ryan breaks down what happens when combined incomes exceed $30,000 per month, the legal floor for child support. Drawing on the Colorado Supreme Court case of In re Marriage of Boettcher, Ryan explains how courts determine child support in high-income cases, focusing on lifestyle disparities between parents and the needs of the children.

Episode Highlights:
- Income & Child Support: How high incomes, such as Eric’s million-dollar salary, affect child support calculations.
- The Boettcher Case: Insights from the In re Marriage of Boettcher decision, establishing that the $30,000 monthly income guideline is a floor, not a cap, for child support.
- Lifestyle Considerations: The court's role in ensuring children maintain a similar lifestyle with both parents, including covering expenses like private school, vacations, and extracurricular activities.
- Disparity in Incomes: How income disparity between parents influences child support, and what courts consider when determining fair support in above-guideline situations.

📞 Connect with us:
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kalamayagoscha
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kalamaya-goscha/
• Phone: 970.315.2365
• Email: mailto:info@kalamaya.law

If you found this episode helpful, please share it with someone who may benefit from the insights. Be sure to follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube for more episodes on navigating divorce and child support in Colorado.

What is Divorce at Altitude?

Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha provide tips and recommendations on issues related to divorce, separation, and co-parenting in Colorado. Ryan and Amy are the founding partners of an innovative and ambitious law firm, Kalamaya | Goscha, that pushes the boundaries to discover new frontiers in family law, personal injuries, and criminal defense in Colorado.

To subscribe to Divorce at Altitude, click here and select your favorite podcast player. To subscribe to Kalamaya | Goscha's YouTube channel where many of the episodes will be posted as videos, click here. If you have additional questions or would like to speak to one of our attorneys, give us a call at 970-429-5784 or email us at info@kalamaya.law.

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DISCLAIMER: THE COMMENTARY AND OPINIONS ON THIS PODCAST IS FOR ENTERTAINMENT AND INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES AND NOT FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING LEGAL ADVICE. CONTACT AN ATTORNEY IN YOUR STATE OR AREA TO OBTAIN LEGAL ADVICE ON ANY OF THESE ISSUES.

Welcome to Divorce at Altitude, a Colorado family law podcast hosted by experienced attorneys Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha. Whether you're going through a divorce, considering one, or simply want to understand more about the intricacies of family law in Colorado, we’re here to help. We aim to provide practical guidance to make the process a bit easier and empower you with the insights you need.

In this episode, Ryan and Amy discuss Divorce 2.0, or what happens when someone wants to reopen a finalized divorce case. Using the hypothetical clients Eric and Melanie Wolf, they explore why some divorces get revisited and how Colorado courts handle these situations—especially when it involves undisclosed assets or changes in property value. They also break down the importance of mandatory disclosures and recent case law that impacts Colorado divorce proceedings, ensuring listeners understand why thorough documentation is crucial.

Episode Highlights:
- Mandatory Disclosures in Colorado: The vital role of Rule 16.2 in ensuring transparency and fairness during divorce.
- Divorce Remorse: What happens when one spouse seeks to reopen a case, claiming a raw deal or omitted assets.
-Case Spotlight: Lessons from Colorado cases like Hunt and Dury, which show the consequences of incomplete disclosure.
- Protecting Your Agreement: How attorneys ensure agreements are upheld by focusing on thorough, documented disclosures.

📞 Connect with us:
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kalamayagoscha
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kalamaya-goscha/
• Phone: 970.315.2365
• Email: mailto:info@kalamaya.law

If you found this episode helpful, please share it with someone who may benefit from these insights. Follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube for more episodes on navigating divorce and child support in Colorado.

What is Divorce at Altitude?

Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha provide tips and recommendations on issues related to divorce, separation, and co-parenting in Colorado. Ryan and Amy are the founding partners of an innovative and ambitious law firm, Kalamaya | Goscha, that pushes the boundaries to discover new frontiers in family law, personal injuries, and criminal defense in Colorado.

To subscribe to Divorce at Altitude, click here and select your favorite podcast player. To subscribe to Kalamaya | Goscha's YouTube channel where many of the episodes will be posted as videos, click here. If you have additional questions or would like to speak to one of our attorneys, give us a call at 970-429-5784 or email us at info@kalamaya.law.

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DISCLAIMER: THE COMMENTARY AND OPINIONS ON THIS PODCAST IS FOR ENTERTAINMENT AND INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES AND NOT FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING LEGAL ADVICE. CONTACT AN ATTORNEY IN YOUR STATE OR AREA TO OBTAIN LEGAL ADVICE ON ANY OF THESE ISSUES.

Podcast Description:

Welcome to Divorce at Altitude, a podcast focused on Colorado family law, hosted by Ryan Kalamaya and co-host Amy Goscha. In each episode, we delve into various topics related to divorce, child custody, and co-parenting in Colorado. Whether you're navigating a divorce or just curious about the legal process, we offer practical advice and tips to guide you.

In this "how-to" episode, Ryan explores extraordinary medical and extracurricular expenses and their impact on child support in Colorado divorces or custody cases. Using the hypothetical case of Eric and Melanie Wolf, Ryan breaks down how costs like private school tuition, medical bills, sports, and other activities affect the financial dynamics between divorced parents.

Episode Highlights:
- Extraordinary Medical Expenses: How are major medical costs such as surgeries or braces shared between parents? Ryan discusses how these expenses, not covered by insurance, are typically split proportionally based on income.
- Extracurricular Expenses: From sports and music lessons to private school tuition, Ryan explains how these optional yet significant expenses can impact child support calculations. He also shares key legal precedents that guide courts in determining whether these expenses are reasonable and necessary.
- Real-Life Examples: With examples like travel soccer and ice skating, Ryan illustrates how disagreements over extracurricular costs can be resolved, either through court intervention or mutual agreement.
- Child Support Worksheet: Ryan shows how adding or excluding certain expenses directly impacts the amount of child support one parent pays to the other.

📞 Connect with us:
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kalamayagoscha
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• Phone: 970.315.2365
• Email: mailto:info@kalamaya.law

If you found this episode helpful, please share it with someone who may benefit from the insights. Don’t forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube for more content on navigating divorce and child support in Colorado.

What is Divorce at Altitude?

Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha provide tips and recommendations on issues related to divorce, separation, and co-parenting in Colorado. Ryan and Amy are the founding partners of an innovative and ambitious law firm, Kalamaya | Goscha, that pushes the boundaries to discover new frontiers in family law, personal injuries, and criminal defense in Colorado.

To subscribe to Divorce at Altitude, click here and select your favorite podcast player. To subscribe to Kalamaya | Goscha's YouTube channel where many of the episodes will be posted as videos, click here. If you have additional questions or would like to speak to one of our attorneys, give us a call at 970-429-5784 or email us at info@kalamaya.law.

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Podcast Description:

Welcome back to Divorce at Altitude, a podcast on Colorado family law, hosted by Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha. In this "how-to" episode, Ryan dives into the topic of work-related daycare and its impact on child support in Colorado divorces and parenting disputes.

Episode Highlights:
- Work-Related Daycare & Child Support: Ryan explains how expenses for daycare, preschool, or after-school programs can influence child support calculations. Using a hypothetical example of Eric and Melanie Wolf, Ryan walks listeners through the child support worksheet and how adding or subtracting work-related daycare can adjust the final amount.
- Income & Parenting Time Considerations: The episode covers how parents' incomes and their parenting time schedules affect the daycare expense split. Ryan discusses the percentage-based share of income method and why it’s important to figure out a fair contribution between both parents.
- Common Questions & Scenarios: From nannies, summer camps, and babysitters to arguments over whether specific expenses qualify as work-related, Ryan unpacks the complexities that often arise when calculating childcare costs. He also explains why extracurricular activities and extraordinary medical expenses may also come into play in child support calculations.

Key Takeaways:
- Work-Related Daycare Expenses Can Shift Child Support Amounts: These expenses are factored in because they directly affect a parent’s ability to work and earn an income.
- Worksheet or Off Worksheet Agreements: Ryan offers insights on whether it’s better to include childcare on the official child support worksheet or handle it outside the calculation, based on the unique circumstances of each family.
- Common Pitfalls & Considerations: Practical tips on what counts as work-related daycare, such as excluding babysitters for personal time but considering nannies or au pairs as part of the expense, make this episode especially useful for parents navigating post-divorce childcare decisions.

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If you found this episode helpful, please share it with a friend or colleague. Follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube for more episodes on Colorado family law. Stay tuned for more insights on child support, parenting, and divorce.

What is Divorce at Altitude?

Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha provide tips and recommendations on issues related to divorce, separation, and co-parenting in Colorado. Ryan and Amy are the founding partners of an innovative and ambitious law firm, Kalamaya | Goscha, that pushes the boundaries to discover new frontiers in family law, personal injuries, and criminal defense in Colorado.

To subscribe to Divorce at Altitude, click here and select your favorite podcast player. To subscribe to Kalamaya | Goscha's YouTube channel where many of the episodes will be posted as videos, click here. If you have additional questions or would like to speak to one of our attorneys, give us a call at 970-429-5784 or email us at info@kalamaya.law.

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In this episode, Ryan and Amy tackle the complicated and often misunderstood topic of reintegration therapy in family law. Following recent media coverage, Ryan and Amy dive into the role of reintegration therapy, its challenges, and how it aims to help children rebuild relationships with estranged parents.

Episode Highlights:
- What is Reintegration Therapy? Ryan and Amy define reintegration therapy as a therapeutic intervention aimed at helping a child rebuild a strained or severed relationship with one parent.

- Challenges with High-Conflict Divorce Cases: They discuss common scenarios where children resist or refuse contact with a parent, stemming from issues like substance abuse, domestic violence, or alienation. They explore the gray areas of determining whether a child’s refusal is rooted in safety concerns or emotional influence from one parent.

- New Legislation & Media Attention: Recent changes in Colorado law, driven by Caden’s Law and national concerns about parental alienation and child abuse, are reshaping the way courts approach reintegration therapy. The statute now requires reunification therapy to meet scientific and safety standards and places stricter limitations on separating children from their primary caregivers solely to repair a relationship with an estranged parent.

- Therapist & Court Roles in Reintegration: Ryan and Amy discuss the slow and careful process involved in reintegration therapy, emphasizing the importance of setting realistic goals and understanding that rebuilding trust between a parent and child is often a long-term effort.

Key Takeaways:
- The Role of Therapy: Therapy can be a powerful tool to help children in high-conflict divorces, but it requires time, patience, and a deep understanding of family dynamics.
- New Colorado Law: Focuses on safeguarding children in cases where allegations of abuse or neglect are present, requiring reintegration therapy to be backed by scientific validity and safety.
- Realistic Expectations: Reintegration therapy is not a quick fix. It can take months, if not longer, to make progress, particularly in cases involving serious conflict or past trauma.

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• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kalamaya-goscha/
• Phone: 970.315.2365
• Email: mailto:info@kalamaya.law

What is Divorce at Altitude?

Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha provide tips and recommendations on issues related to divorce, separation, and co-parenting in Colorado. Ryan and Amy are the founding partners of an innovative and ambitious law firm, Kalamaya | Goscha, that pushes the boundaries to discover new frontiers in family law, personal injuries, and criminal defense in Colorado.

To subscribe to Divorce at Altitude, click here and select your favorite podcast player. To subscribe to Kalamaya | Goscha's YouTube channel where many of the episodes will be posted as videos, click here. If you have additional questions or would like to speak to one of our attorneys, give us a call at 970-429-5784 or email us at info@kalamaya.law.

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DISCLAIMER: THE COMMENTARY AND OPINIONS ON THIS PODCAST IS FOR ENTERTAINMENT AND INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES AND NOT FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING LEGAL ADVICE. CONTACT AN ATTORNEY IN YOUR STATE OR AREA TO OBTAIN LEGAL ADVICE ON ANY OF THESE ISSUES.