Fort Collins Divorce Attorney
Divorce Matters® gives Larimer County families experienced, compassionate representation for divorce, child custody, and family law — from our Fort Collins office at 4745 E. Boardwalk Drive.
A Fort Collins Family Law Team That Knows Larimer County
Divorce Matters® has represented Larimer County families from our Fort Collins office, guiding clients through the 8th Judicial District courts with the same blend of legal skill and personal attention we bring to every case across Colorado. Our attorneys have more than 100 years of combined family law experience, and our Fort Collins team works daily with the judges, mediators, and court staff at the Larimer County Justice Center who will handle your case.
Whether your situation calls for a quiet, collaborative resolution or a hard-fought day in court, we tailor our approach to protect what matters most — your children, your finances, and your future. Explore our full range of Fort Collins divorce attorney services, or call our office directly to speak with a member of our team.
How Our Fort Collins Attorneys Can Help
Divorce & Dissolution
Contested and uncontested divorce representation for Larimer County spouses.
Child Custody & Parenting Time
Parenting plans that protect your relationship with your children.
Child Support
Accurate calculations and enforcement under Colorado's guidelines.
Spousal Maintenance
Fair alimony outcomes based on Colorado's maintenance formula.
Marital Property Division
Protecting your share of homes, farms, retirement accounts, and businesses.
Divorce Mediation
A collaborative path to settlement that keeps you out of court.
Prenuptial Agreements
Clear, enforceable agreements that protect both spouses.
Common Law Marriage
Guidance on Colorado's common law marriage rules and disputes.
Dividing Farms, Ranches & Water Rights in a Larimer County Divorce
Larimer County’s agricultural roots make Fort Collins divorces different from a typical city case. Family farms, ranch land, and irrigated acreage around Wellington, Laporte, Berthoud, and Timnath often come with water rights — which Colorado law treats as a separate, independently valuable property interest, not just part of the land itself.
Dividing a working farm or a closely-held agricultural business fairly means valuing equipment, livestock, water shares, and land together, often with the help of a business valuator. Our Fort Collins attorneys have experience protecting agricultural and business assets in marital property division, including how Colorado values a closely-held business in a divorce.
Why Fort Collins Families Choose Divorce Matters®
From your first call to your final decree, our Fort Collins team combines deep knowledge of Colorado family law with a personal, empathetic approach — so you always know what to expect next.
100+ Years Combined Experience
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Filing for Divorce in Larimer County
To file for divorce in Colorado, at least one spouse must have lived in the state for 91 days before filing, and Colorado law requires a 91-day waiting period from the date the other spouse is served before a judge can finalize the divorce. Even simple cases go more smoothly with a clear, well-prepared petition.
Our Fort Collins attorneys can walk you through how to file for divorce in Colorado and the residency requirements that apply to your case.
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Fort Collins Divorce FAQs
How long does it take to get divorced in Fort Collins?
Colorado law requires a minimum 91-day waiting period from the date your spouse is served before a judge can finalize your divorce. Simple, uncontested cases in Larimer County are often resolved close to that timeline, while contested cases involving custody, a family business, or farm and ranch property can take several months to a year or more.
Do I have to live in Fort Collins to file here?
You don’t need to live specifically in Fort Collins, but at least one spouse must have lived in Colorado for 91 days before filing. Most Larimer County residents file in the 8th Judicial District court, which serves Fort Collins and the surrounding area.
How are family farms and ranches divided in a Larimer County divorce?
Colorado treats water rights as a distinct property interest separate from the land itself, so a farm or ranch divorce usually requires valuing land, water shares, equipment, and any related business together. Our attorneys work with business valuators when a family farm or agricultural operation is part of the marital estate.
Is mediation available for Fort Collins divorces?
Yes. Many Larimer County couples resolve their divorce through mediation or collaborative divorce rather than litigation. Our Fort Collins attorneys represent clients in mediation and help review or negotiate the final settlement agreement.
How do I establish paternity in Fort Collins?
Paternity can be established voluntarily by both parents signing an acknowledgment, or through a court action if there’s a dispute. Establishing paternity affects custody, parenting time, and child support rights. See our guide on why establishing paternity in Fort Collins matters for more detail.
Do I need a lawyer for an uncontested divorce?
It isn’t legally required, but even amicable divorces involve decisions — property division, retirement accounts, parenting time — that are difficult to undo once finalized. Many clients hire an attorney simply to review or draft the paperwork correctly the first time.
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Call our Fort Collins office or book a time online — our team is ready to help you take the next step with confidence.