Thinking about getting a divorce?  That's a big and often frightening decision to make.  If you decide to, then many questions come up.  Do I need a lawyer?  What do I have to do?  Where do I go to court?  What happens to the children?  To the pets?  To the stuff?  To the bills?

     Colorado has simplified the process and streamlined the paperwork.  You can pick up a packet of forms for $20-25 at your local Courthouse, or get them for free online at www.courts.state.co.us/Forms/Index.cfm.  For some people, this is enough to get started.  If you and your spouse can agree on what happens to everything and the children, it can be pretty simple.  However, divorce is rarely that neat.  It's usually a messy process, and many people need professional help to get through it.

     There are many options, and I am equipped to help you with whichever one is right for your case.  Often, these options can be combined in ways that make the process and the outcome better for everyone.

     If you have agreed on everything, it is still a good idea to get assistance from an attorney to ensure that you have addressed all of the potential issues, that you have filed all of the right paperwork and to be sure that the written documents match your agreement.  We can assist you with this review for a flat fee.

     If you think you might be able to agree on things with some assistance, negotiation and/or mediation may be just the right process for you.  Sometimes a bit of help getting your message across without extra emotions and help brainstorming creative ways to solve problems can enable you to compromise and reach an agreement that is in everyone’s best interests.  Some Courts and Judges require that you take the time to try these techniques before they will hear your case.

     It does, however, take two being cooperative to reach either of these solutions.  Sometimes, that just isn’t going to happen. In that instance, things have to go to the Court and be decided by the Judge.  We can help you with this too.

     Please contact us to set an appointment for a free initial consultation.  We can help you get the information you need to decide what action you need to take next.

The information contained in these pages is general in nature.

It does not constitute legal advice, and should not be used as a substitute for obtaining legal advice for your situation.