Johnstown Divorce Attorney

Whether you’ve decided to file for divorce or you’ve been served with divorce papers from a spouse, it’s a distressing experience. No one anticipates their walk down the aisle to one day end in front of a divorce judge, but sometimes spouses drift apart or encounter insurmountable problems. You need a divorce lawyer in Johnstown who prioritizes a low-conflict resolution for divorcing without compromising your best interests. Call The Law Office of Stephen Vertucci today so we can provide the legal counsel that gets results.

Why You Should Choose Our Divorce Lawyer in Johnstown

Our Johnstown divorce law firm guides clients through one of the most tumultuous times of their lives with the resolve and knowledge to navigate the system effectively from the initial filing to signing the final divorce decree. We offer significant advantages including the following:

• Unique and creative strategies to negotiate the best possible terms for all aspects of your divorce agreement
• Access to resources such as knowledgeable and creative professional mediators
• A deep familiarity with Colorado’s divorce laws for child custody, child support, alimony, and the division of marital assets

Our years of experience and history of satisfied clients put us in the best position to navigate the procedures required for the most streamlined divorce process possible.

How Do I Begin the Divorce Process in Johnstown Colorado?

Divorcing spouses in Colorado may choose to file for divorce as co-petitioners or one spouse may file the divorce petition and the other becomes the respondent. At least one of the spouses must have lived in Colorado for at least 91 days for the court to have jurisdiction in their case. A respondent has 21 days to respond after they’re served with divorce papers. Then, an initial status conference takes place for the court to review the paperwork and set a hearing date.

What Terms Must Be Settled in a Divorce In Colorado?

After both spouses submit full financial disclosures, they begin the process of separating their marital assets in a way that’s “fair and equitable.” Marital assets typically include real estate property, bank accounts, retirement accounts, investment accounts, vehicles, and household items. Each spouse retains the separate property they had before their marriage or inherited during the marriage.

Spouses with children must also choose a parenting plan for sharing custody under the Colorado Court’s standard for the best interests of children. Child support in Colorado is based on the results of the child custody decision and both parent’s total incomes.

Finally, some spouses must decide on terms for spousal support if appropriate for their circumstances. 

Uncontested Vs. Contested Divorce in Johnstown Colorado

When both spouses can communicate and compromise effectively they may choose an uncontested divorce, using their attorneys and a professional mediator to reach a settlement agreement for all terms required in a Colorado divorce. A judge generally signs the agreement into binding orders. However, sometimes compromise isn’t possible or even advisable in important matters of child custody and asset division. In these cases, the divorce becomes a contested divorce in which both spouses present their arguments in court for the judge to decide.

Call The Law Offices of Stephen Vertucci for Your Johnstown Divorce

Divorce orders impact the rest of your life. Don’t leave it to chance—or to your spouse’s family attorney who does not have your best interests as their priority. Call The Law Offices of Stephen Vertucci for the best possible outcome in your Johnstown Colorado divorce.