Divorce
Protect your rights and your assetsAnd keep your focus on what comes next.
Divorce affects nearly every part of your life: your home, your finances, your time with your children, and your plans for the future. It is stressful even when both spouses agree. When they do not, the decisions get harder and the stakes get higher.
We help you understand the process, protect your interests, and make clear decisions. We know how the other side builds its case, from financial disclosures to parenting evidence, and we prepare for it from the first meeting. Our goal is a fair resolution without unnecessary conflict, but we prepare every case so you are ready if it has to be decided by a judge.
How divorce works in Colorado
The basics
Colorado is a no-fault state: the only ground for divorce, called dissolution of marriage, is that the marriage is irretrievably broken. Either spouse can file. After filing and service, there is a minimum 91-day waiting period before the court can enter a decree. During the case, spouses exchange financial disclosures, may request temporary orders, and usually attend mediation before any contested hearing.
A divorce resolves several issues, and each one deserves careful attention:
Property and debt
Marital property is divided equitably, which is not always equally.
Spousal maintenance
Support based on income, needs, and the length of the marriage.
Parenting
Parenting time and decision-making based on the child’s best interests.
Child support
Calculated under Colorado’s guidelines using both parents’ incomes.
Our divorce services
Representation for every kind of divorce
Uncontested divorce
When spouses agree, we make sure the agreement is complete, fair, and properly filed. See uncontested divorce.
Contested divorce
When you cannot agree, we build the financial and parenting record, negotiate firmly, and prepare for hearings.
High-asset divorce
Businesses, investments, real estate, and stock compensation call for careful tracing and valuation. See high-asset divorce.
Military divorce
Military retirement, the Survivor Benefit Plan, and deployment-aware parenting plans. See military divorce.
Common law divorce
If you were in a common law marriage, you may need a formal divorce. See common law divorce.
Divorce involving domestic violence
Safety comes first. See domestic violence and divorce or start with a confidential Safe Start Consultation.
Protect yourself early
What to do now
- Gather financial records: tax returns, pay stubs, bank, retirement, and loan statements
- Do not hide, move, or waste marital assets
- Keep communication with your spouse calm and in writing where possible
- Avoid posting about your spouse or the case online
- Think carefully before moving out, especially if you have children
For more, read What To Do Before Filing for Divorce in Colorado and How Early Financial Decisions Shape a Colorado Divorce.
Local help
Serving clients across the Denver metro
We represent clients from Greenwood Village throughout the metro area. See divorce in Denver, Highlands Ranch, and Parker.
FAQ
Common questionsStraight answers about your situation.
How long does a Colorado divorce take?
At least 91 days after filing and service. Uncontested cases can finish soon after that if everything is in order. Contested cases often take several months or longer.
Is Colorado a 50/50 property state?
No. Colorado divides marital property equitably, which may or may not be equal. Separate property is generally set aside to the spouse who owns it.
Do I have to go to court?
Many cases settle through negotiation or mediation, and some uncontested cases can be finalized without a contested hearing. If a judge must decide, we prepare you for court.
Does it matter who files first?
Colorado is no-fault, so filing first does not decide the outcome. Timing can still matter for planning, so talk with us before you file.
Don’t see your question? Call (720) 334-7305 for a free consultation.
Keep reading
Related servicesWhere to go next.
Uncontested Divorce in Colorado
A complete, properly filed agreement when spouses agree.
High-Asset Divorce Attorney in Colorado
Protecting businesses, investments, and complex assets in divorce.
Military Divorce Attorney in Colorado
Retirement, SBP, custody, and jurisdiction in military divorce.
Property Division Attorney in Colorado
Equitable division of homes, retirement, businesses, and debt.
Child Custody Attorney in Colorado
Parenting time, decision-making, emergencies, moves, and modifications.
What To Do Before Filing for Divorce in Colorado
Key steps to take, and mistakes to avoid, before you file.
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This page provides general information about Colorado law, not legal advice for your situation. Every case is different, and past experience does not guarantee a particular outcome.