Divorce

Denver Divorce Attorney

Litigators & Trained Mediators Serving Denver Metro Since Day One

Divorce touches every part of your life at once: your finances, your children, and plans you made years into the future. At Frost & Beck, PC, our founding attorneys are both skilled litigators and trained mediators, so we aren’t locked into a single approach. We pursue the path that fits your circumstances, whether that’s a negotiated settlement, a collaborative process, or contested litigation before a Denver judge.

Christelle C. Beck has been recognized by Super Lawyers every year from 2017 through 2026, and Frost & Beck, PC holds an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau. We handle the full range of divorce matters, from straightforward uncontested separations to high-asset disputes, military divorce, and cross-border cases involving foreign nationals or assets held abroad.

If you’re facing divorce in the Denver Metro area, call (720) 330-4623 to speak with a divorce attorney at Frost & Beck, PC.

Why Clients Choose Frost & Beck, PC

Our international credentials set us apart in ways that matter for a growing number of Denver families. Both founding attorneys hold Master of Arts degrees in Diplomatic Studies with Distinction from the Diplomatic Academy of London, University of Westminster. Christelle C. Beck served as a Legal Officer in the Department of Civil Administration for the United Nations in Kosovo and later taught international law as an adjunct professor at the University of Denver Sturm College of Law. Leslie A. Frost served as a law student intern with UNICEF in Kosovo and was Senior Technical Editor for the Santa Clara Journal of International Law.

That background isn’t academic decoration. When a divorce involves a spouse who is a foreign national, retirement accounts or real estate held outside the United States, or jurisdictional questions spanning multiple countries, that depth of international law training can affect how the case is handled. Christelle C. Beck is also listed on the U.S. State Department attorney referral list for left-behind parents seeking the return of children taken to Colorado, a credential that reflects the firm’s standing in this area.

For domestic cases, direct attorney access keeps you informed at every stage. You work with the attorneys handling your file, not a rotating cast of staff. The firm also received the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys 10 Best Attorneys designation in 2017.

Colorado’s Divorce Framework: What You Need to Know

Colorado is a no-fault divorce state. Either spouse may file by stating the marriage is irretrievably broken, with no requirement to prove fault, infidelity, or wrongdoing. That simplifies the grounds, but it doesn’t simplify the process of resolving every issue the marriage leaves behind.

Colorado’s threshold requirements before a divorce can be finalized:

  • Residency: At least one spouse must have been a Colorado resident for at least 91 days before filing.
  • Waiting period: Colorado imposes a mandatory 91-day waiting period before finalization. That period begins on the date both spouses jointly file, or on the date the petition is served on the responding spouse if only one party files. This period can’t be waived.
  • Jurisdiction for children: If children are involved, Colorado must have jurisdiction under the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act (UCCJEA), which generally requires the children to have lived in Colorado for at least six months.
  • Financial disclosure: Both parties must complete sworn financial statements and provide supporting documentation under oath. Complete and honest disclosure is mandatory under Colorado law.

Issues Addressed in a Colorado Divorce

Every divorce decree resolves a set of issues that will govern your finances and family life for years. Our attorneys give each area careful, strategic attention.

Division of Marital Property & Debt

Division of Marital Property: Colorado follows equitable distribution, meaning marital property is divided fairly based on circumstances, not split down the middle. Courts weigh each spouse’s economic situation, contributions to acquiring assets, changes in separate property value during the marriage, and the value of what each party receives. In complex asset cases, we work with forensic accountants and valuation experts to support complete identification and accurate valuation of business interests, investment portfolios, retirement accounts, stock options, and real estate.

Allocation of Parental Responsibilities

Colorado uses the term allocation of parental responsibilities rather than custody. The framework covers two separate questions: decision-making authority over education, healthcare, and religious upbringing, and the parenting time schedule that determines when children are with each parent. Every arrangement must serve the children’s best interests. We help develop parenting plans that protect your relationship with your children and provide real stability.

Child Support

Colorado calculates child support under statutory guidelines that factor in both parents’ gross incomes, the parenting time schedule, healthcare costs, and childcare expenses. The guidelines provide a baseline, but deviations are appropriate in certain situations. We work to ensure income is calculated accurately and advocate for support orders that fairly reflect your children’s needs.

Spousal Maintenance

Spousal Maintenance: Colorado’s spousal maintenance advisory guidelines use marriage duration and both parties’ incomes as starting points. Courts can deviate based on each party’s financial resources, earning capacity, age, health, and contributions as a homemaker. Whether you’re seeking maintenance or defending against a claim, our attorneys present arguments grounded in the specific facts of your financial situation.

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Why Choose Us?

Because You Deserve the Best
  • Tailored Solutions, Personal Care
    We understand every family’s situation is unique. You’ll receive personalized attention to ensure your needs are met with care and compassion.
  • Direct Access to Your Attorney
    No middlemen, no delays—work closely with your attorney from start to finish, ensuring you’re always informed and supported.
  • Warm, Knowledgeable Support Staff

    Our paralegals aren’t just assistants—they’re a friendly, attentive part of your support team, always ready to assist with a smile.

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