Category: Legal Separation

Colorado allows couples to convert a legal separation into a divorce after the separation has been in place for at least six months. Either spouse can request the change by filing a formal motion with the court. This option can be helpful for people who originally chose separation but have since decided they are ready…

The requirements for legal separation in Colorado include residency in the state for at least one of the spouses for a minimum of 91 days before submitting a petition. If a couple has children, their kids must reside in the state for at least 182 days or since birth. In addition, the couple must reach…