Colorado Springs Divorce Attorney
Divorce Matters® gives El Paso County families experienced, compassionate representation for divorce, child custody, and family law — from our Colorado Springs office at 1755 Telstar Drive.
A Colorado Springs Family Law Team That Knows El Paso County
Divorce Matters® has represented El Paso County families from our Colorado Springs office, guiding clients through the 4th 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 Colorado Springs team works daily with the judges, mediators, and court staff 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 Colorado Springs divorce attorney services, or call our office directly to speak with a member of our team.
How Our Colorado Springs Attorneys Can Help
Divorce & Dissolution
Contested and uncontested divorce representation for El Paso 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, 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.
Military Divorce Support Near Fort Carson & Peterson SFB
Colorado Springs is home to one of the largest military communities in the country, including Fort Carson, Peterson Space Force Base, Schriever Space Force Base, and the U.S. Air Force Academy. Military divorces carry extra layers of complexity — from dividing a military pension under the Uniformed Services Former Spouses’ Protection Act to arranging custody around deployments and PCS orders.
Our attorneys regularly handle these issues for service members and military spouses throughout El Paso County. Learn more about our military divorce services, or read how deployment can affect child custody.
Why Colorado Springs Families Choose Divorce Matters®
From your first call to your final decree, our Colorado Springs 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
Se Habla Español
Mediation & Litigation
Flexible Payment Options
Filing for Divorce in El Paso 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 Colorado Springs 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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Colorado Springs Divorce FAQs
How long does it take to get divorced in Colorado Springs?
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 El Paso County are often resolved close to that timeline, while contested cases involving custody or complex property division can take several months to a year or more.
Do I have to live in Colorado Springs to file here?
You don’t need to live specifically in Colorado Springs, but at least one spouse must have lived in Colorado for 91 days before filing. Your case is generally filed in the county where you or your spouse lives — for most Colorado Springs residents, that’s El Paso County District Court.
Is mediation available for Colorado Springs divorces?
Yes. Many El Paso County couples resolve their divorce through mediation or collaborative divorce rather than litigation. Our Colorado Springs attorneys represent clients in mediation and help review or negotiate the final settlement agreement.
How is property divided in a Colorado Springs divorce?
Colorado is an equitable distribution state, meaning marital property is divided fairly, but not necessarily equally. Courts consider factors like each spouse’s financial contribution, economic circumstances, and the value of separate property when dividing homes, retirement accounts, and other assets.
What happens to custody if one parent is in the military?
Colorado law prevents a parent’s deployment from being held against them in a custody decision, but parenting plans still need to account for PCS moves and deployment schedules. Our attorneys regularly build custody arrangements around military families’ unique circumstances.
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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