Understanding civil appeals in Colorado can often feel overwhelming. However, grasping the key elements involved is crucial for anyone...

This post addresses post-trial motions in Colorado family law and how they relate to appeals

In a significant Colorado family law decision argued by the Law Office of Joel M Pratt, the Colorado Court of Appeals ruled in Marriage of Johnson (Case No. 24CA0197) that a 2009 order dismissing a legal separation case effectively ended the entire proceeding — nullifying any attempt by the husband to convert it into a divorce 14 years later. This appellate ruling reaffirms the importance of clear language in court motions and reinforces protections against relitigating close

On June 2, 2025, the Colorado Supreme Court decided People in Interest of R.M.P., 2025 CO 34, a case about when a juvenile court in Colorado must dismiss a case at the government's request.

Joel Pratt wins published case in Colorado Court of Appeals