Once you have made the decision to file for divorce, the process can quickly become overwhelming and confusing. No matter what state in which you file your divorce, the amount of paperwork is exorbitant and having a thorough checklist of what forms you need to have on hand and file is extremely helpful. The team at the Law Office of Stephen Vertucci, LLC has compiled a list of necessary Judicial forms, as well as financial records that the court or your attorney may request when filing for divorce in the state of Colorado. See below:
Financial Records
Income tax returns (3 prior years)
Federal
State
Local
Proof of both spouses’ income
W-2 Forms
1099 Forms
Financial account statements
Checking accounts
Savings accounts
Certificates of deposit
Mutual funds
Money Market Accounts
Medical savings accounts
Real Estate Records
Deed
Promissory note
Proof of Mortgage
Statement from lender of balance due
Appraisals of property
Most recent tax bill
Personal Property Listings
Automobile titles
Furnishings
High-value collections
Other Financials
Stocks
Bonds
Annuities
Retirement plans
Profit sharing plans
Pensions
Life Insurance Policies
Trusts
Loans
Credit card records
Vehicle loans
Mortgages/Home equity loans
Student loans
Other loans
Colorado Judicial Forms
Forms needed for filing for divorce in Colorado depend on whether you and your spouse have children. See below for the forms needed in each of these cases. All forms can be found on the Colorado Judicial Branch website, here.
NO CHILDREN
JDF 1000 – Case Information Sheet
JDF 1101 – Petition for Dissolution of Marriage or Legal Separation (must be filed with JDF 1000)
JDF 1102 – Summons for Dissolution of Marriage or Legal Separation
JDF 1102(b) – Return of Service
JDF 1103 – Response to the Petition for Dissolution of Marriage or Legal Separation
JDF 1104 – Certificate of Compliance with C.R.C.P. 16.2(e)
JDF 1107 – Motion/Stipulation to Modify Petition (Marriage)
JDF 1201 – Affidavit for Decree without Appearance of Parties (Marriage)
WITH CHILDREN
All the above listed forms
JDF 1113 – Parenting Plan
For more information on the process of filing for divorce in Colorado, including residency requirements and serving divorce papers, read How to File for Divorce in Colorado.
