Mothers’ Rights Attorney in Colorado Springs

Serving Colorado Springs Mothers Since 1971, With Over 100 Years of Combined Trial Experience

When custody, parenting time, or child support are on the line, the outcome shapes your relationship with your children for years. Clawson & Clawson, LLP has represented families in Colorado Springs since 1971, bringing over 100 years of combined trial experience to every family law matter we handle. Our team includes a Managing Senior Domestic Relations Paralegal who ensures your case receives the preparation it deserves, and our attorneys Michael Clawson and Matthew Clawson are both recognized by Super Lawyers (2023–2026) and The National Trial Lawyers Top 100.

Colorado family law uses the term “allocation of parental responsibilities” rather than custody, covering both decision-making authority and parenting time. These proceedings are fact-intensive and directly affect how much time you spend with your children. Mothers navigating this system deserve an advocate who knows how to negotiate and, when necessary, litigate.

Contact our mothers’ rights attorneys in Colorado Springs for a free initial consultation. Call (719) 602-5888 to speak with our team and understand your options before making any decisions.

Mothers’ Rights Issues We Handle

We represent mothers across the full range of parental rights matters that arise in Colorado Springs divorces, separations, and post-decree proceedings.

• Decision-making responsibility: The right to make major decisions about your child’s education, healthcare, and religious upbringing. Courts may allocate this jointly or to one parent, depending on the circumstances.
• Parenting time: Determines where your child lives and how time is divided between parents. A well-structured parenting plan can help protect your access and your child’s stability.
• Child support: Colorado calculates support based on each parent’s income, the number of children, parenting time allocation, and ongoing costs such as healthcare and child care. We work to ensure any order reflects an accurate and complete financial picture.
• Parenting plan modifications: Existing orders can be modified when circumstances have changed significantly, such as a relocation, a shift in work schedules, or a change in the child’s needs.
• Enforcement of court orders: When a co-parent fails to comply with a custody or support order, we can petition the Fourth Judicial District Court for enforcement through contempt proceedings or wage garnishment.
• Domestic violence protection: Colorado courts take protection order requests seriously. Mothers facing domestic violence have the right to seek orders protecting themselves and their children.
• Paternity establishment: Establishing paternity defines a father’s legal obligations, including child support and parenting time, and secures your child’s legal rights.
• Defense against false allegations: When a co-parent makes exaggerated or unfounded claims, we build a clear, accurate record for the court.

How Colorado Courts Decide Parental Responsibilities

Family law matters in Colorado Springs are filed in the Fourth Judicial District Court, which serves El Paso and Teller Counties. Colorado courts apply the best interests of the child standard to every custody and parenting time decision. That standard weighs multiple factors: each parent’s ability to support the child’s emotional, mental, and physical welfare; the child’s expressed preferences when age-appropriate; the stability of each parent’s home; geographic considerations like school districts; and each parent’s willingness to foster a healthy relationship between the child and the other parent.

Mothers and fathers hold equal legal standing to pursue parental responsibilities in Colorado. Equal standing doesn’t guarantee equal parenting time. Every determination is case-specific. Colorado courts frequently require mediation before contested hearings, giving parents a structured opportunity to reach agreements without full litigation. Parenting plans and support orders can also be revisited when circumstances change substantially.

Why Colorado Springs Mothers Choose Clawson & Clawson, LLP

A mothers’ rights attorney is only as effective as their willingness to go to court when negotiations break down. Our “Your Fight is Our Fight” approach means we pursue favorable resolutions outside of court whenever we can, reducing time, cost, and stress for your family. When the other side won’t negotiate in good faith, we’re prepared to litigate.

Our firm holds a 10/10 Superb Avvo rating, an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau, and has been named among Best Law Firms by U.S. News and World Report. With over 300 five-star client reviews, attorneys recognized by The National Trial Lawyers Top 100, and a second-generation family firm structure, we combine the depth of a large trial practice with the personal attention you’d expect from a firm that has been part of this community for over 50 years.

What to Expect Working with Our Team

Your case begins with a free initial consultation where we review your situation and explain your legal options. From there, our Managing Senior Domestic Relations Paralegal works alongside your attorney to build a thorough evidentiary record, including documentation of your parenting history, communications, and relevant financial information. Case strategy is built around the best interests of the child standard the court will apply.

If mediation is ordered or appropriate, we advocate for your interests throughout that process. If a fair resolution isn’t reached, our trial attorneys handle contested hearings in the Fourth Judicial District Court with the same preparation and precision we bring to every matter.

Common Questions from Colorado Springs Mothers

Below are questions we hear often from mothers seeking to understand their rights under Colorado law.

What Rights Does an Unmarried Mother Have?

Unmarried mothers in Colorado are entitled to the same parental rights as married mothers. Paternity must be established to define the father’s legal obligations, including child support and parenting time. We can guide you through that process from start to finish.

Can a Mother’s Parental Rights Be Modified or Terminated?

Parental rights can be modified if the court finds evidence of harm to the child, a history of violence or neglect, or serious ongoing issues affecting parental fitness. Full termination of parental rights is permanent under Colorado law. If you believe circumstances have changed enough to warrant a modification, our team can evaluate your situation.

Can I Relocate with My Child After a Custody Order Is in Place?

Relocating with a child subject to an existing Colorado parenting plan requires either written consent from the other parent or court approval. The court evaluates whether the proposed move serves the child’s best interests before granting permission.

What Happens If My Co-Parent Violates a Custody or Support Order?

If your co-parent isn’t complying with an existing order, you can petition the Fourth Judicial District Court for enforcement. Remedies include contempt proceedings and wage garnishment for unpaid support.

Talk to a Mothers’ Rights Attorney in Colorado Springs for Free

If you’re facing a custody dispute, a parenting plan modification, or any matter affecting your rights as a mother, don’t wait to get informed. Clawson & Clawson, LLP offers free initial consultations so you can understand your position before committing to any course of action. We serve clients throughout Colorado Springs, Pueblo, and the Denver Metro area, and we’ve been part of this community since 1971.

Call (719) 602-5888 or contact us online to schedule your free consultation today.