Uncontested Divorce in Colorado Springs

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An uncontested divorce occurs when both spouses reach full agreement on every issue before asking a court to finalize the dissolution: division of marital property and debts, spousal maintenance if applicable, and if children are involved, decision-making authority, parenting time, and child support. Agreement is a strong starting point. What turns that agreement into a legally binding decree is documentation that satisfies Colorado statutes and El Paso County Combined Courts requirements in every detail. That’s where we come in.

Clawson & Clawson, LLP has guided Colorado Springs families through divorce and domestic relations matters since 1971. Our team includes highly experienced Senior Domestic Relations Paralegals who handle document preparation and court compliance with precision, and our attorneys bring more than 100 years of combined trial experience to every case, including uncontested ones.

Schedule a free consultation with our Colorado Springs divorce attorneys. Call (719) 602-5888 to talk through your situation and learn how we can help you move forward.

Who Qualifies for an Uncontested Divorce in Colorado

Colorado is a no-fault divorce state. The only legal ground for dissolution of marriage is that the marriage is irretrievably broken. Neither party has to prove fault, infidelity, or abandonment. What determines whether a case is uncontested is simpler: both spouses must agree on everything before filing.

Colorado law also sets residency requirements before a court can grant a dissolution:

• At least one spouse must have lived in Colorado for a minimum of 91 days before filing, per C.R.S. § 14-10-106.
• If minor children are involved, those children must have lived in Colorado for at least 182 days to give Colorado courts jurisdiction over decision-making and parenting time matters, per C.R.S. § 14-13-201.

If any issue remains unresolved before filing, the case becomes contested and requires a different process. A carefully drafted separation agreement, completed before filing, is what helps keep an uncontested case from converting mid-process.

The Uncontested Divorce Process at El Paso County Combined Courts

Knowing the steps ahead of time removes a great deal of uncertainty. Here’s how a typical uncontested divorce in Colorado Springs moves through the system.

Joint Filing & the Mandatory Waiting Period

When both spouses agree from the outset, they may file jointly as co-petitioners at the El Paso County Combined Courts, which eliminates the need for formal service on the other spouse. From the date of filing or service, Colorado imposes a mandatory 91-day waiting period before a dissolution decree may be entered, per C.R.S. § 14-10-106(1)(a)(III). This period can’t be shortened or waived.

Financial Disclosures & the Initial Status Conference

Both parties must submit Sworn Financial Statements, generally within 42 days of filing, covering income, assets, debts, and expenses. The court may schedule an Initial Status Conference around the same timeframe. When both parties are represented and paperwork is properly prepared, this conference can often proceed without an in-person appearance.

Decree Without Appearance

In qualifying uncontested cases, Colorado law provides for a Decree Without Appearance under C.R.S. § 14-10-120.3. The attorney submits the signed settlement agreement along with an affidavit requesting that the judge issue the decree without a hearing. If the documents meet all legal requirements, the judge signs the decree and the parties receive their final paperwork by mail. Cases involving minor children where neither party has legal representation may still require a brief court appearance. When both parties have counsel and a compliant parenting plan is on file, the Decree Without Appearance is more readily available.

Co-Parenting Seminar, Timeline, & Property Division

In El Paso County cases involving minor children, both parents must complete a certified co-parenting seminar before the judge will sign the final decree. We make sure our clients know about this requirement early so it doesn’t delay the closing stages of their case.

Most uncontested divorces in Colorado Springs finalize in three to six months from filing, depending on court scheduling and how quickly both parties complete their required documents. Colorado is an equitable distribution state under C.R.S. § 14-10-113, meaning marital property is divided fairly rather than in a strict 50/50 split, based on each spouse’s circumstances and contributions.

Why Attorney Guidance Matters Even in an Amicable Divorce

Agreement between spouses is the foundation. Proper documentation is what makes it enforceable. DIY filings frequently run into problems that agreement alone can’t prevent: incomplete forms, non-compliant parenting plans, or property division language that doesn’t meet the legal threshold requiring terms not be unconscionable. A judge can reject the agreement and require resubmission, extending the timeline and increasing costs.

Details that seem straightforward can become the source of future disputes if not addressed precisely. Retirement account division often requires a separate court order called a Qualified Domestic Relations Order. Child support must be calculated under Colorado’s statutory guidelines, not by informal agreement. An attorney identifies these issues before filing, not after a rejection notice arrives.

Our domestic relations team, backed by Super Lawyers recognition from 2023 through 2026 and membership in The National Trial Lawyers: Top 100, brings the same depth to a settlement-track case that we bring to courtroom litigation. That trial-ready foundation means we know where an agreement could fail judicial review and how to draft it to meet court requirements. Our 10/10 Superb Avvo rating and A+ BBB accreditation reflect the standard of care our clients receive at every stage, including the straightforward ones.

Start Your Uncontested Divorce With a Free Consultation

You’ve reached an agreement with your spouse. The next step is reviewing that agreement and preparing a durable, court-approved decree, without avoidable delays or unresolved issues. Our Colorado Springs divorce attorneys are ready to walk you through what the process looks like for your specific situation at no initial cost.

Clawson & Clawson, LLP has served the Colorado Springs community for more than 50 years. We handle the documents, the disclosures, and the court filings so you can focus on what comes next.

Call us at (719) 602-5888 or schedule your free consultation online. We’ve been moving mountains for Colorado Springs families since 1971, and we’re ready to help you move forward.