Colorado Divorce Process Guide

Summary

The Colorado divorce process involves filing a petition, serving papers, and exchanging financial disclosures. Temporary orders may be requested for child custody and support. Mediation is often required to resolve disputes. If both parties agree, a separation agreement is submitted; otherwise, the case goes to trial. The court issues a final decree once all issues are resolved.

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whats the process in colorado for divorce
Sure, I can guide you through the general process of getting a divorce in Colorado. Here are the basic steps:
*. File a Petition: One spouse (the petitioner) files a Petition for Dissolution of Marriage.
*. Serve the Papers: The petitioner must serve the other spouse (the respondent) with the divorce papers.
*. Response: The respondent has 21 days to file a response if they are in Colorado, 35 days if out of state.
*. Financial Disclosures: Both parties must exchange financial information within 42 days after the petition is served.
*. Temporary Orders: Either party can request temporary orders for issues like child custody and support.
*. Mediation: Some counties require mediation to resolve disputes before going to trial.
*. Settlement or Trial: If both parties agree, they can submit a separation agreement. If not, the case goes to trial.
*. Final Decree: Once all issues are resolved, the court issues a final decree of dissolution.
If you have a specific form you're working on, let me know which one it is, and I can provide more detailed guidance on filling it out.