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Divorce and family law is all we do. Talk with our team about custody, property, support, and your next steps.
Divorce Matters®: Get the Best Divorce Attorney for Your Case
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FOUR OFFICES
Denver Tech Center · Colorado Springs
Fort Collins · Greeley
- Areas of practice
Divorce and family law is all we do
From your first consultation to final orders, our attorneys and licensed legal paraprofessionals guide you through every part of a Colorado family law case.
Divorce
Contested or uncontested, simple or complex, from filing to final orders.
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Child Custody
Parenting time and decision-making built around your children.
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Child Support
How support is calculated, and what can change it.
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Property Division
How marital assets and debts are identified, valued and divided.
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Spousal Maintenance
Whether alimony applies, how much, and for how long.
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Mediation
Prepared representation to help you reach a settlement.
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Post-Decree Changes
Modifying custody, support or maintenance orders after divorce.
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Domestic Violence
Protection orders and safety when abuse is part of the case.
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of Colorado families helped move past their divorce
- About Divorce Matters®
Get the representation you deserve
Divorce Matters® has helped thousands of families across Colorado move past their divorce and on to a fresh start. Each divorce attorney at our offices is part of a team with more than 100 years of combined legal experience. We promise to fight for you and give you a divorce lawyer who is committed to being a strong, but compassionate, advocate.
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Colorado offices
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- How it works
What happens next
Divorce can feel overwhelming. Our job is to turn it into a clear plan, and then see it through with you.
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Book a consultation
Call or send the form. We will schedule a time that works for you.
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Get a clear strategy
We review your situation, your goals, and your options, from settlement to trial.
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Move forward with a team
Your attorney and support staff keep your case moving and keep you informed.
- Our team
Meet our attorneys and legal team
Attorneys, licensed legal paraprofessionals and paralegals focused on Colorado family law.
Douglas A. Thomas
Founder
Kirstin Frohlich
Paralegal
Jaqueline Marquez Rocha
Paralegal
Nandish Wijetilleke
Attorney of Counsel
Justin J. Oliver
Managing Attorney
Jennifer Dean
Attorney
Catherine McClaugherty
Licensed Legal Paraprofessional
Kate Ham
Licensed Legal Paraprofessional
Jeanine Beyer
Licensed Legal Paraprofessional
Brittany Joerger
Licensed Legal Paraprofessional
- Client reviews
What our clients say
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“Nikki and the team made me feel very at home and understood. They were great at making me feel very comfortable.”
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“Catherine McClaugherty restored my trust in divorce attorneys. She is transparent, communicative, empathic, and effective. In my case, she focused on strategy instead of attacking the other party. Catherine also valued my thoughts and input. I truly felt like we worked as a team. Catherine’s priority was my child’s safety and well being. The result was I was awarded full custody and got everything substantial I asked for from the Court. I recommend Catherine with no reservation.”
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“Cannot find a better law firm. I’ve worked with Justin Oliver and Jennifer Dean, and they have been absolutely amazing. They are always on top of everything and take care of things quickly and efficiently. Their communication is outstanding—they keep me in the loop with updates, explain things clearly, and make sure I understand every step of the process. It’s such a relief to have attorneys I can count on. Highly recommend them to anyone needing help.”
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“I was very fortunate to have Kate Ham’s patience, counseling and expertise throughout the process of my divorce! I’m extremely happy with the outcome and I couldn’t have done it without her!”
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“Ive never had to get an attorney before… but I chose divorce matters and let me tell you, the best attorneys i could have asked for! If i am ever in need again they will definitely be my first call! Jennifer Dean is an amazing person and i highly recommend her!!!”
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“I cannot express enough gratitude for the exceptional service provided by Catherine. Going through a divorce is never easy, but Catherine made the process as smooth and stress-free as possible. Her professionalism, empathy, and expertise were evident from our first meeting. She took the time to understand my situation and provided clear, concise guidance every step of the way. Catherine was always available to answer my questions and address my concerns, making me feel supported throughout the entire process. Thanks to her dedication and skill, I was able to achieve a favorable outcome. I highly recommend Catherine to anyone in need of a compassionate and knowledgeable divorce attorney.”
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“I just want to take this opportunity to say a huge thank you to Justin Oliver and Jennifer Dean. They were amazing to work with through this difficult process. They did their best to help me maintain as much of my assets as possible. I would highly recommend this team to help you through a divorce.”
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“Kate Ham was amazing, she helped me through every step of my divorce and helped with every question I had!! I will definitely recommend them. Thank you for all you did!!”
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“I met Justin Oliver and Jenny almost a year ago for a difficult custody and divorce case. The time and effort they put into my case was amazing. At one point it was every day and they were always patient and supportive. I not only think of Justin as my lawyer but also a beacon of light during a very dark time. They both were so compationate and did everything possible to help me. I’m sad I no longer need their services. You definitely want them in your corner! Thank you so much! Your help was life changing and I appreciate you both!”
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“Catherine McClaugherty was the most incredible, empathetic, and knowledgeable legal counsel i could’ve hoped to have on my side. I never expected to be going through a divorce, but Catherine made the whole process as painless as possible, kept me in the loop with everything going on, and made sure i always understood exactly what was happening. In the end, we got a great outcome and i couldn’t be more grateful for her. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for representation.”
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“It’s scary and stressful going through a divorce, but I had a great team on my side that supported me through the whole process and more than delivered. I have to give thanks to the whole team there but most of all to Catherine Mclaughtery, Jennifer Dean, Rachael Piazza and the rest of the team that helped me thru the process. If anyone definitely needs a string team on their side contact Divorce Matters.”
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“Justin and his team at Divorce Matters were great to work with. He was attentive and informative, genuine, and motivated. He took the time to understand the case and my concerns, and maximized his productivity with respect to my finances.”
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“Words cannot do justice for the experience I had with this firm, specifically LLP, Catherine McCLaugherty. I reached out with a rush motion response needed in my custody case which she worked tirelessly to accommodate in the short timeline. She was gentle in her approach, yet extremely direct, efficient, and thorough. She was highly responsive and answered every single question I had (there were a lot), taking the approach of empowering me instead of being condescending like I had experienced with lawyers in the past. I could not be more grateful for Catherine’s expertise, very patient “bed-side manner”, and encouragement through the process. I went from feeling fearful to feeling excited about my case which was a huge surprise!”
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“I cannot recommend Justin Oliver and the team at Divorce Matters highly enough! From day one, Justin was not only professional and knowledgeable but also compassionate and understanding during one of the most challenging times of my life. He worked tirelessly on my case, always keeping me informed and prepared every step of the way. Thanks to Justin’s expertise and unwavering dedication, I was granted primary custody and sole decision-making authority for my son—a result that exceeded my expectations. He fought for what was in the best interest of my child and truly cared about the outcome of my case. If you’re looking for a divorce attorney who will go above and beyond to advocate for you and your family, Justin Oliver is your guy. I am forever grateful for his hard work and support, and I highly recommend him to anyone in need of a strong and compassionate attorney.”
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“Catherine at Divorce Matters took such personal pride in my case and stopped the exorbitant demands that were being made by my former. I was so impressed with how Catherine fought for me in a fair and legal and just manner that I paid nothing more than what was my responsibility at a minimal price. This woman will do that for you and anyone who engages her in the legal system.”
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“Justin Oliver was great to work with. He was very professional with the divorce process. Whenever I called he got back to me immediately and had such excellent advice. I would definitely recommend Justin to anyone that was going through a divorce. He is a very nice person!”
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“I want to express my sincere gratitude for this firm, particularly Catherine McClaugherty. Throughout this experience, she has consistently prioritized my daughter’s best interests, guiding me toward the most suitable resolutions. Catherine has provided invaluable perspective during my custody journey, and I cannot count the number of times I have found myself in tears. Yet, she has always offered reassurance and compassion, never giving me false hope but instead presenting realistic information grounded in facts. While I understand that cost can be a significant concern for many, including myself, this office is both affordable and accommodating, promptly addressing any billing inquiries. I wholeheartedly recommend their services.”
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“Divorce can be a difficult change and challenge in your life. Thankfully I met Justin Oliver during our process as he brought logic, clarity and compassion back into focus. I appreciated working with him and would recommend his talent and skill set to anyone entering the divorce process. Thank you Justin!”
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“Catherine was attentive and efficient. She was mindful of the difficult situation that interacting with the court system is for a regular citizen and showed me great patience and understanding.”
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“Justin Oliver provided me with sound service. His advice was reasonable and helpful when I was going through an emotional process. He promptly prepared my documents and was there, through phone, for every court experience. He did not encourage extra unnuecessary steps that would have required additional service hours, which would have accrued a higher bill. I recommend Justin as he us highly intelligent, experienced, and professional.”
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“Justin Oliver has been paramount in reducing my stress during my APR and Paternity Cases. He is highly intelligent in his advice and knows how the court systems work. Justin has always been prompt with communication and I feel heard and supported. He is extremely respectful, easy to talk with and I feel he genuinely cares what my point of view, experience and wants are. He puts in the effort to understand my concerns, shows empathy and educates me on what the reality is with the court system.So thankful for Justin!”
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“Very professional staff always willing to answer every question with respect and professionalism. Highly recommend this law firm.”
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