Resources

From this page, you can access many important resources that you will need when filing for divorce.  There are numerous documents you must complete and submit, and you can access them from the links given below.  In addition, you will find links to organizations that provide free or low-cost legal aid, and shelter and other forms of assistance.

DOWNLOADABLE COLORADO DIVORCE PROCESS DOCUMENTS

Andersen Law PC Divorce Process Flowchart

Andersen Law PC Colorado Divorce Document Tracking Form

Pre-Decree Informational Clinic PowerPoint presentation for divorce, legal separation, civil unions and allocation of parental responsibilities, courtesy of the self-help clerks at the Jefferson County Court.

COLORADO LAW, COURT INFORMATION,  AND REQUIRED FORMS

Contact information for Colorado Courts: Colorado divorces take place in district courts

Colorado Court Forms relating to divorce, custody (called “parenting time” and “decision-making” in Colorado), alimony (“maintenance”), child support and other family law issues.

Sworn Financial Statement: A financial form to be completed by all parties in a divorce or separation proceeding in Colorado.

Mandatory Disclosures: A list of the documents you need to compile when filing for divorce and/or separation in Colorado.

RESOURCES FOR LEGAL ASSISTANCE

Colorado Legal Services: Free legal services.

Metro Volunteer Lawyers: Free and low-cost legal services.

www.checkerboard.co: Free, one-click access to court forms, statutes, instructions, court rules, flowcharts, videos, and other free information for over 60 different types of Colorado civil issues. It comprises over 800 nested web links, connecting to over 160 websites with free information on Colorado civil issues, including the Colorado Courts website, CLS, the CBA, the Colorado Legal Help Center, the Law Library of the Library of Congress, and many others.

RESOURCES FOR FAMILY SUPPORT

Resources for Parenting Classes: Divorcing parents in proceedings involving minor children are generally required to attend a parenting class and to file proof of attendance with the court.

The Family Tree: Support services for families facing abuse, domestic violence issues or homelessness.

Mountain Peace Shelter: Support services for Evergreen, Conifer, Bailey and Pine area families facing abuse, domestic violence or homelessness.

OTHER RESOURCES

Why Did You have to Get a Divorce and When Can I Get a Hamster?” By Anthony E. Wolf: An excellent book for families facing divorce.  (We do NOT get any remuneration for listing the book. We just happen to think it’s an excellent, pragmatic book. This is a fast, funny read that quickly sets you straight on how to keep children out of the middle of divorce conflict. The last chapter has great parenting advice for ALL parents.)

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