Divorce at Altitude: A Podcast on Colorado Family Law

Sleepaway Summer Camps and Divorce: How Parents Can Plan Ahead

In this episode of Divorce at Altitude, Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha discuss how sleepaway summer camps can become a major issue in divorce and co-parenting cases. They explain why camps can be valuable for kids, why they often create conflict between parents, and how careful planning in a parenting plan can prevent unnecessary disputes.

Episode Highlights

Why sleepaway camp becomes a divorce issue
Summer camp is not just about fun. For divorced parents, it often means lost parenting time, extra expenses, travel logistics, and disagreements over whether camp is even a good idea. Ryan and Amy explain that this becomes especially important when parents already feel like they are losing time with their children.

The emotional side of camp for parents
One of the biggest drivers of conflict is emotional. A parent may feel that a sleepaway camp takes away precious summer time with their child, especially when parenting time is already divided. That emotional reaction can turn camp into a bigger fight than it might otherwise be.

History and family tradition matter
If a child has gone to the same camp for years, or if one parent has a personal connection to that camp from childhood, that history can make the issue more complicated. A legacy camp may feel deeply meaningful to one parent while the other sees it as unnecessary or one-sided.

Why early planning is critical
Many sleepaway camps fill up months in advance. Ryan and Amy stress that if parents wait too long to discuss camp, the issue can become a crisis. They recommend addressing summer camp deadlines early in the year and putting specific planning deadlines into parenting agreements.

Why judges are not the best solution for camp disputes
If parents wait until there is a fight and then try to get a judge to decide, it may be too late. Courts are unlikely to treat a summer camp disagreement as an emergency, which means the timing often makes litigation impractical.

What “nesting” means and why it matters
Although the main focus is summer camp, Ryan and Amy touch on nesting as another example of creative parenting solutions. In a nesting arrangement, the children stay in one home while the parents rotate in and out. They note that families in mountain communities may have housing setups, such as lock-offs, that make these arrangements more realistic.

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 [email protected].

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The holiday season can amplify both the joy and the stress for divorced or separated parents. In this re-broadcasted episode of Divorce at Altitude, Ryan and Amy revisit one of the most common challenges families face this time of year: creating a holiday parenting plan that works for everyone—especially your kids.

We break down the key differences between regular parenting schedules and holiday-specific schedules, and why courts often treat them separately. Ryan and Amy also walk through important considerations such as your child’s age, travel logistics, extended family involvement, and how your existing custody arrangement interacts with holiday time.

You’ll also learn practical strategies for minimizing holiday conflict, including when a parenting coordinator may help, how to approach scheduling conversations proactively, and ways to reduce last-minute surprises.

Because every family is unique, the episode highlights an online tool designed to help you thoughtfully plan both regular and holiday parenting schedules.

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 [email protected].

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Spousal Maintenance and Domestic Violence: A New Factor in Colorado Divorce

In this episode of Divorce at Altitude, Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha explore how spousal maintenance (alimony) is evolving in Colorado specifically with the introduction of new considerations around coercive control, domestic violence, and financial abuse. They explain how these factors may now influence whether maintenance is awarded, how much, and for how long.

Episode Highlights

What is spousal maintenance and when does it apply
Spousal maintenance comes into play when one spouse cannot meet their reasonable financial needs after divorce through property division and their own income. Amy explains that Colorado uses an advisory guideline based on income and length of marriage, but courts still retain discretion.

How maintenance law has evolved in Colorado
Ryan walks through how the maintenance statute has changed over time—from discretionary factors to guideline formulas, tax law changes, and now the addition of new behavioral considerations like coercive control and abuse.

The new factor: coercive control and domestic violence
Courts are now required to consider whether there was domestic violence, emotional abuse, financial control, or litigation abuse when determining maintenance. This marks a shift from focusing purely on financial need to also considering the dynamics of the relationship.

Financial abuse as part of the analysis
Amy highlights real-world examples of financial abuse, such as one spouse controlling all accounts, limiting access to money, or placing debt in the other spouse’s name. These behaviors may now directly impact maintenance outcomes.

How this could change outcomes in divorce cases
The new factor could increase maintenance for a victim spouse or potentially prevent a perpetrator from receiving maintenance. Judges may weigh these dynamics when deciding fairness and equity between the parties.

Challenges in applying the new law
Ryan notes that courts historically avoided examining why a marriage ended. Now, judges must navigate sensitive and often complex allegations of abuse, which may be difficult to prove and evaluate.

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 [email protected].

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Complex Assets in Divorce: RSUs, Stock Options, and Valuation Strategies

In this episode of Divorce at Altitude, Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha break down one of the most complicated areas in modern divorce cases: how to identify, value, and divide complex assets like restricted stock units (RSUs), stock options, and deferred compensation. As compensation structures evolve—especially in tech and finance—these assets are showing up more frequently and creating significant challenges for both attorneys and clients.

Episode Highlights

Why complex assets matter more than ever
With the rise of equity-based compensation like RSUs and stock options, more divorces involve assets that are not straightforward cash or property. These assets can be highly valuable but also difficult to understand, classify, and divide.

Understanding RSUs and stock options
Ryan explains that RSUs and stock options are common forms of compensation, particularly in tech companies. While stock options give an employee the right to buy shares at a set price, RSUs are shares granted subject to restrictions, often tied to time or performance.

The importance of vesting
A key issue is vesting—when the employee actually gains the right to access or sell the asset. Many clients assume that unvested assets are not divisible, but Amy emphasizes that even unvested portions may still be partially marital depending on the circumstances.

Marital vs. separate property analysis
Determining whether these assets are marital or separate requires analyzing employment agreements, grant documents, and case law. Courts often look at whether the asset was earned during the marriage or tied to future performance after the divorce.

The time rule formula
Amy explains the commonly used “time rule,” which helps allocate the marital portion of an asset. This involves comparing the time worked during the marriage to the total vesting period to determine what percentage is marital.

Valuation challenges and expert involvement
Valuing these assets can be complex, especially when dealing with private companies or performance-based vesting. Experts—such as business valuation professionals—are often necessary to determine fair market value and apply appropriate discounts or models.

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 [email protected].

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Should I Stay or Should I Go? Moving Out During Divorce

In this episode of Divorce at Altitude, Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha discuss one of the most common and difficult early decisions in divorce: whether one spouse should move out of the shared home. They break down the legal, emotional, financial, and strategic factors that go into this decision, emphasizing that there is no one-size-fits-all answer.

Episode Highlights

Why this is such a common question
When couples begin the process of separation, they are often still living under the same roof. This creates tension and uncertainty, leading many people to ask whether they should leave, stay, or try to make the other person move out.

Safety should always come first
Ryan explains that the number one consideration is safety. If there are escalating arguments, substance use, or any risk of domestic violence, continuing to live together can be dangerous. In those cases, creating physical separation can significantly reduce risk.

The impact on children
Even when there is no physical conflict, a toxic or tense environment can negatively affect children. Amy highlights that parents need to consider whether the home environment is emotionally stable enough for kids during this transition.

When moving out may make sense
Moving out can help reduce conflict, especially in high-tension situations or when one party has started a new relationship. It can also create space for both parties to begin adjusting to a new routine.

Reasons to consider staying in the home
Ryan notes that financial realities—especially high housing costs—can make moving out difficult. Some couples are able to live separately within the same home, which can reduce immediate disruption and allow for a smoother transition for children.

Understanding nesting arrangements
Amy explains “nesting,” where children remain in the home and parents rotate in and out. This can be a creative short-term solution, especially in homes with separate living spaces like lock-offs or guest units.

Moving out does not mean losing your rights
A key myth addressed is that leaving the home means giving up legal rights to it. Both Ryan and Amy emphasize that there is no automatic legal disadvantage to moving out when it comes to property division or custody.

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 [email protected].

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Mental Mindsets and Client Management in Divorce

In this episode of Divorce at Altitude, Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha discuss the human side of divorce representation: client management, emotional bandwidth, expectations, and how mindset affects decision-making throughout a divorce or custody case. Drawing on both legal experience and Amy’s perspective as a divorce client herself, they explain why good outcomes often depend as much on emotional management as legal strategy.

Episode Highlights

Why client management matters so much in family law
Divorce clients are often dealing with fear, grief, anger, uncertainty, and life-changing decisions all at once. Ryan and Amy explain that family law attorneys are not just handling legal issues they are helping clients move through a process that can feel like their whole life is falling apart.

When clients want the lawyer to do everything
Many clients feel so overwhelmed that they want their attorney to completely take over. Amy notes that this is understandable, but there are limits: the lawyer can guide, advise, and help organize, but the client still has to make certain decisions and participate in the process.

The “divorce fog” is real
A major theme of the episode is that clients in crisis often cannot process information the same way they normally would. Something that might take an hour in ordinary life can take two hours or more during divorce because of emotional overload, anxiety, trauma, or uncertainty.

Why responsiveness matters so much
Ryan and Amy stress that when a client emails and does not hear back, they can quickly feel unimportant, ignored, or abandoned. Communication is a huge part of effective representation because silence often fuels anxiety and spiraling.

Why clients sometimes just want to “do something”
When a case reaches a lull, clients can feel like nothing is happening and become reactive. Ryan compares this to walking around on an airplane during a long flight: movement feels productive, even when it is not. That can lead to impulsive requests for motions, subpoenas, or other legal actions that may not actually help.

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 [email protected].

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The Double Dip in Colorado Divorce: Business Valuation and Support

In this episode of Divorce at Altitude, Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha tackle a technical but important issue in Colorado divorce law: the “double dip.” The discussion focuses on what happens when a business owner’s future earnings are used both to value a business for property division and again to calculate support, such as child support or spousal maintenance.

Ryan and Amy explain that Colorado includes personal goodwill in business valuations, which can create tension when those same earnings are later counted as income for support. They walk through the difference between personal goodwill and enterprise goodwill, how business valuation experts use the excess earnings method, and why Colorado’s current case law can produce outcomes that feel unfair to the business-owning spouse.

Episode Highlights

What the “Double Dip” Means
The “double dip” happens when the same stream of earnings is counted twice: first in valuing a business for property division, and again when calculating support.

Personal Goodwill vs. Enterprise Goodwill
A central part of the episode is the distinction between personal goodwill and enterprise goodwill. Personal goodwill is tied to the owner’s reputation, relationships, and skills.

Why Colorado Stands Out
Ryan notes that Colorado is in the minority of states that include personal goodwill as a divisible marital asset. Other states either exclude it entirely or take a more complicated approach.

How the Excess Earnings Method Works
Amy and Ryan explain that business valuation experts often use the excess earnings method to value personal goodwill. The expert determines what a “normal” professional in that field would earn, compares it to what the owner actually earns, and capitalizes the difference to produce a goodwill value.

Why Future Earnings Are at the Center of the Problem
The concern with the excess earnings method is that it effectively values future earnings. If those future earnings are then also used as income for child support or spousal maintenance, the business owner may feel like the same dollars are being counted twice.

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 [email protected].

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Divorce and Real Estate: What Your Attorney May Not Tell You

In this episode of Divorce at Altitude, Ryan Kalamaya is joined by Karla Kyte, a Certified Divorce Lending Professional, to discuss one of the most overlooked parts of divorce: real estate and mortgage planning. They break down the costly mistakes people make when they assume keeping or buying a home will be simple after divorce, and why involving a divorce mortgage expert during settlement negotiations can make a major difference.

Karla explains how child support, spousal maintenance, temporary orders, refinancing, equity buyouts, and loan assumptions can all impact whether a divorcing spouse will actually qualify for a mortgage.

Guest Information

Karla Kyte is a Denver-area lender with more than 27 years of experience and has been a Certified Divorce Lending Professional (CDLP) since 2017. In addition to her lending work, she now runs a fee-based divorce mortgage planning business focused on helping divorcing individuals and attorneys structure settlements that can actually be executed after decree.

Episode Highlights

Why Real Estate Is So Often Mishandled in Divorce
Karla explains that many divorcing spouses ask, “Why didn’t my attorney tell me this?” The reason is not that attorneys are doing something wrong, but that mortgage planning is its own specialty.

How Child Support and Maintenance Affect Mortgage Qualification
One of the biggest issues is timing. To use support income for mortgage qualification, the receiving party must usually have both a court order and a documented payment history.

Why the Length of Support Matters More Than People Realize
Karla points out that if support ends too soon, it may not count at all for mortgage qualification. That means even a person receiving significant monthly support might not be able to use it if the support term is too short.

The Importance of Temporary Orders
Temporary support orders can start the clock for mortgage qualification. If support is being paid during the divorce and documented correctly, it can later help a spouse qualify once permanent orders are entered.

Why Payments Must Be Set Up Properly
Support payments must be traceable. Karla explains that support should be paid from one spouse’s individual account into the other spouse’s individual account. If parties simply move money around informally or through joint accounts.

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 [email protected].

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Property Division and Spousal Maintenance in Colorado: How They Work Together

In this episode of Divorce at Altitude, Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha break down an issue that confuses many people going through divorce: how property division affects spousal maintenance in Colorado. They explain that there is no bright-line rule saying a spouse automatically receives or does not receive maintenance based on a certain amount of property. Instead, courts look at the full picture, including the size and nature of the marital estate, the parties’ incomes, their lifestyle during the marriage, and whether the spouse receiving property can use that property to meet their reasonable needs.

Ryan and Amy also discuss why the type of asset matters just as much as the value. A spouse receiving liquid, income-producing assets is in a very different position than one receiving a business interest, retirement funds, or a house with substantial equity but no immediate cash flow. The conversation highlights why divorce negotiations involving both property and maintenance require careful planning and often financial expertise.

Episode Highlights

Colorado Is an Equitable Distribution State, Not a Strict 50/50 State
Ryan and Amy explain that Colorado divides marital property equitably, which often starts near a 50/50 framework, but not always.

There Is No Set Dollar Amount That Eliminates Maintenance
One of the biggest misconceptions is that if a spouse receives a certain amount of property, they automatically lose any claim to maintenance. Ryan and Amy make clear that Colorado law does not set a threshold where maintenance automatically disappears.

Property Is Divided Before Maintenance Is Awarded
A major theme in the episode is that courts first determine how property is divided, and only then decide whether maintenance is appropriate.

Liquid Assets Versus Illiquid Assets Matter a Great Deal
Amy and Ryan explain that not all assets are equal. A spouse receiving stocks, bonds, or other income-producing assets may be in a stronger financial position than one receiving a house or a share of a business that cannot easily be converted into income.

A Business Interest Can Complicate Maintenance
If one spouse keeps a closely held business that makes up most of the marital estate, the other spouse may need to be paid through a promissory note over time.

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 [email protected].

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Colorado Family Law Rule Changes: What Divorcing Families Need to Know

In this episode of Divorce at Altitude, Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha discuss major proposed changes to Colorado’s family law procedural rules. Amy shares insight from her two years of work on the project, explaining why Colorado is moving toward a more family-specific set of court procedures and how these changes could affect divorcing parents, attorneys, self-represented parties, and other family law professionals.

Ryan and Amy break down why the current civil rules often do not fit family law cases well, especially when children are involved, and how the proposed rules aim to make the system more efficient, more understandable, and more responsive to the realities of divorce and parenting disputes.

Episode Highlights

Why Colorado Is Updating Family Law Rules
Amy explains that the main motivation behind the project is recognition that families entering the court system have different needs than parties in general civil litigation.

The Problem With Using General Civil Rules in Family Law Cases
Colorado currently relies heavily on broader civil procedure rules, even though family law disputes are fundamentally different from construction, business, or personal injury cases.

How Other States Influenced the Project
The committee looked closely at states like Arizona, which has had separate family law procedural rules in place since 2006. Those rules have been well received and helped inform Colorado’s proposed reforms.

The Large Number of Self-Represented Litigants
A major driver of the changes is the fact that a very high percentage of people in family court do not have lawyers. The new rules are intended to make the process easier to understand and navigate for those individuals while also helping courts manage cases more effectively.

A Broad and Diverse Committee Worked on the Changes
Amy describes how the project involved judges, attorneys, court facilitators, dispute resolution professionals, and others. The goal was to include multiple perspectives so the rules would be practical for everyone who works in or relies on the family court system.

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 [email protected].

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