An uncontested Colorado dissolution can cost little more than the filing fees (around $200+ to file, plus a response fee). A contested, lawyer-driven case commonly runs into the thousands or tens of thousands.

The honest answer to "what does divorce cost" is: it depends almost entirely on how much you fight. At the low end, a truly uncontested case where you use the court's free JDF forms and represent yourselves can cost not much more than the petition filing fee (about $230), the response fee (about $116), a small e-filing fee, and a parenting class if you have kids. Colorado's "decree without appearance" option can keep simple cases inexpensive and hearing-free.

At the high end, a contested case with two attorneys, experts, custody evaluations, and a permanent orders hearing can cost each spouse many thousands of dollars. The cheapest paths are agreement and mediation; the most expensive is trial. Fees and exact amounts change, so confirm current figures in your specific county.

Know that in many cases, having an experienced attorney on your side can actually be more helpful for you over the long term. Getting the divorce process done correctly now can save you from years of issues (and further costs) down the road.

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