Colorado Divorce Laws Frequently Asked Questions |
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| 1. How long must I reside in Colorado to be eligible for the filing of divorce?
Under the Colorado divorce law you are required to reside in Colorado for at least 90 days to be eligible for filing of divorce. |
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| 2. Does the Colorado divorce law require a full 90 days or are there any exceptions?
Yes, there are exceptions. For example, if you are abused by your spouse then you can file for divorce before the completion of 90 days. |
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| 3. What if my spouse resides in another State?
If your spouse resides in another State you can still file for divorce in Colorado. |
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| 4. Is simply my testimony of irretrievably broken marriage enough for divorce?
Yes, one spouse's testimony of irretrievably broken marriage is enough to file for divorce. |
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| 5. What is the filing fee for divorce in the State of Colorado?
As in any other state the filing fee depends on the county you reside in. |
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| 6. Do Colorado divorce lawyers charge per hour for their services?
Yes, Colorado divorce lawyers charge you on a per hour basis. The fee is normally anywhere from $90 to $300 per hour. |
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| 7. How much will my divorce cost me?
This really depends on the rate that you and your Colorado divorce lawyer decided upon and the time taken for your divorce to be settled. |
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| 8. Since, my spouse and I agree on everything, why do we need to hire Colorado divorce lawyers?
If your spouse and you agree on everything you wouldn't need to file for divorce. Colorado divorce law makes it clear that in the court of law, each spouse will be represented separately. |
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| 9. Can I represent my own interests in court?
Absolutely, you can represent yourself in court but, it is not advisable. |
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| 10. Does the State of Colorado recognize common laws?
Colorado recognizes common laws but it must be proven by the both the spouses. Cohabitation must exist between the couple to be legally called common laws. |
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| 11. Is Colorado a No-Fault State?
Yes, Colorado is a no fault State. In fact in the State of Colorado you can't file for divorce with grounds. |
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| 12. How long does a couple have to be separated before filing for divorce in Colorado?
The State of Colorado doesn't have any requirements for separation before divorce. |
