Divorce at Altitude: A Podcast on Colorado Family Law Ryan Kalamaya & Amy Goscha

Tracy Malone, our expert on emotional abuse and dealing with narcissistic behavior, is back for part two of our two-part series on dealing with a narcissist in divorce proceedings. We take listeners through tips and advice for different phases of a divorce, the before, the during, and the after. Our conversation flows from what to look out for from gaslighting and educating yourself on your rights, managing your expectations, to building your support team. 

Tracy shares her thoughts and advice on doubts regarding going through with a divorce from a narcissist, and the “staying for the kids” reasoning.  We also dive into the three tips for what to do when you are currently in divorce proceedings and then navigate four tips for how to handle the after, once the divorce is finalized. Be sure not to miss out on part two of the two-part series with Tracy Malone. 


Key Points From This Episode:
Tips for dealing with the before of a divorce from a narcissist. A note on gaslighting in divorce.The importance of learning your rights; talk to a lawyer!Make sure you manage expectations. Build your support team; your mental health is on trial. Tracy’s advice to people thinking, “I just can’t go through with a divorce from a narcissist.”Her thoughts on “Staying for the Kids.”Tips for when you are in the divorce process.Watch out for the Trojan horse.Make sure your lawyer makes a tight parenting plan.Mediation: be sure to know what you want or don’t want.Tips and things people should be aware of after the divorce is finalized.Learn to speak Nark speak: communication will be terrible!Learn to let go.Learn to trust again.Learn to manage your triggers. 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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One of the most common things we as divorce lawyers often hear is that a client thinks their spouse is potentially, and intentionally, hiding money. So today, we delve into what to do if you suspect your spouse might be hiding assets during a divorce. This is an interesting topic because, as we know, when people are going through a divorce, there is often not a lot of trust between the two parties. 

We start our conversation with an overview of asset hiding and why people sometimes do it, and we talk conceptually about what asset hiding could look like. You’ll hear insights into how lawyers recognize the red flags of asset hiding and potential implications, and we share thoughts on the cost/benefit analysis of hiring experts as part of the discovery process.


Key Points From This Episode:
Amy gives an overview of asset hiding and why people sometimes do it in a divorce.We talk about some hypothetical asset-hiding scenarios. How divorce lawyers recognize the red flags of asset hiding, what they are, and what to do about them.Why tax returns can be very telling.Potential implications of hidden assets in a divorce.The role of lawyers in asset tracing; experts in forensic accounting. Why Amy uses depositions as a discovery tool.Amy goes deeper into hiring experts and how it can drive up costs (the cost/benefit analysis).More about forensic accounting and developing technologies and AI.What the law provides in terms of the discovery of hiding assets in divorce (Rule 16.2E10). Two things for listeners to walk away with: gather information and have a special master, arbitrator, or private judge.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.

This week on the podcast, we focus on the topic of how to stay safe leaving an abusive spouse. We are happy to be joined again on the show by Tracy Malone, to talk us through the top ten tips for staying safe when leaving an abusive relationship. Tracy is an internationally recognized expert on both emotional abuse and narcissistic personality disorder, a narcissist abuse survival coach, an author, and is also a survivor of narcissistic abuse. 

We talk about creating a safety plan, gathering evidence, hotlines, notifying family and friends, and much more. These tips are practical and paramount in making sure you are safe. This episode may be a difficult conversation and topic for some, but above all else, if you are concerned about your safety, please contact your local authorities.


Key Points From This Episode:
Tracy gives listeners a quick overview of what she does and how to contact her.Do not hesitate; in a situation where you fear for your life, call the police. A note on recording in Colorado (where it is legal).Tracy shares the first tip for making sure you are safe: Create a safety plan.Second tip: Gather and keep evidence, it will be valuable at some point.Third tip: Reach out and seek help from available hotlines.Fourth tip: How to go about notifying friends and family.Fifth tip: The importance of changing routines and passwords, and that’s every possible password. Sixth tip: Why you should, and can, obtain a restraining order. Seventh tip: Be cautious about what you put out into the world, especially on social media.Eighth tip: Seeking professional help regarding your safety. Ninth tip: Why staying alert is important.The tenth tip: Advice regarding safe communication. 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.

In this episode, Brian Walters joins us to discuss what actions should be taken in the event in which an ex-spouse takes their child to another state or country and refuses to bring them back. If you are a parent, this is one of the most frightening scenarios you could find yourself in, so it is very beneficial to be equipped with knowledge about what you can do.

Brian is a partner in Texas’ largest law firm, Walters Gilbreath PLLC, and also runs his own podcast on Texas family law called For Better, Worse, or Divorce Podcast.  Today he talks about some of the kidnapping cases that he has personally dealt with. After listening to this episode you will have a good understanding of when and how to take legal action as well as some of the ways in which you can prevent this kind of thing from happening in the first place. 


Key Points From This Episode:
Laws relating to kidnapping. The importance of taking immediate action if your ex-spouse kidnaps your child.Various different routes that can be taken if your ex-spouse is refusing to bring your child back to your state. How police deal with this type of kidnapping situation. The process of registering a parenting plan in another state. How to go about modifying a parenting plan. What the most important factor in a case like this is.The limitations of the Child Abduction Prevention Act. Brian’s experience with international abduction cases. 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.

In the right circumstances, arbitration can be a very effective tool. During today’s episode, we unpack the pros and cons of divorce arbitration with regard to children and property. Kicking off our conversation, we offer a comprehensive definition of arbitration and go into detail about professionals who can act as arbitrators. 

We discuss the length of the process, as well as the steps to reviewing and appealing these decisions through real-world examples of arbitration processes. You’ll hear about the benefit of privacy that arbitration affords clients, budgetary concerns, and why defining the parameters of your arbitration process is so important. 


Key Points From This Episode:
What arbitration is.Examples of people who can act as arbitrators.The parenting aspect of arbitration.What happens when you get an adverse ruling in the arbitration process.How arbitration can expedite and resolve problems.Reviewing an arbitrator’s order.The efficiency of an arbitration process.Using arbitration to resolve a school choice issue.How arbitration can streamline the decision-making process.The benefit of privacy that arbitration affords clients.Budget benefits of arbitration.Cons associated with arbitration.Appealing an arbitrator’s decision.How arbitration can be a very effective tool.The importance of defining the parameters of the arbitration process.How a Memorandum of Understanding can support the arbitration process.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.

David Lamb has focused the majority of his career on helping families and children through the legal process. During today’s conversation, he joins us to share his insights on the role of a PCDM or (Parenting Coordination Decision Making) in supporting fast problem resolution, reducing conflict, and more. Listening in, you’ll hear the best circumstances for soliciting the services of a PCDM and where it isn’t likely to benefit the process, as well as where the role of an attorney begins, where arbitration begins, and how David approaches the process according to his preferences and hard-earned expertise. 

Join us today for an informative conversation sure to guide your decision-making during the difficult process of establishing a positive co-parenting relationship with your former partner. 


Key Points From This Episode:
Where a parenting coordinator or decision-maker fits into the process.How the role of a PCDM and a DM differs.The importance of institutional knowledge for PCDMs. Why any PCDM should be able to quickly resolve certain issues in thirty minutes to an hour. Which cases are typically suited to the services of a PCDM.How everyday disputes can lead to significant conflict between parents. How settling disputes fast benefits kids.Cases where it is not beneficial to solicit the services of a PCDM.What to think about with reference to the scope of authority of a PCDM.Tailoring the PCDM agreement with maximum specificity.The role of an attorney.The value of speaking to the parties pre-engagement. David’s approach to speaking to the kids and why he doesn’t usually do so.Why he always prioritizes having the ability to reallocate fees.When it is appropriate to fine a parent.Where the role of arbitration begins.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.