[CO] Can I file an uncontested joint divorce remotely, and what documents do I need to prepare?

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To start the process of filing for an uncontested joint divorce in Colorado, you'll need to prepare a few key documents.

First, you'll need to fill out a Petition for Dissolution of Marriage. This is the main document that initiates the divorce process. (CO Rev Stat § 14-10-106) Since you're discussing with your spouse, have you worked out any kind of property agreement? Also, you can e-file with the court if you register with an E-filing provider.

Financial documents: Yes, even in an uncontested divorce, both parties are usually required to provide full financial disclosures. This typically includes sharing financial documents such as tax returns, bank statements, and other relevant financial information. (CO Rev Stat § 14-10-107)

In Colorado, you generally need to provide financial information for the past three years. This helps ensure that both parties have a clear understanding of the financial situation and can make informed decisions regarding asset division.

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I am in the process of establishing an uncontested joint divorce with my wife in Colorado.

Lexi, Chatbot

I understand that navigating a divorce can be challenging. Have you and your wife already agreed on the terms of the divorce, such as asset division and child custody?

Yes.

Lexi, Chatbot

Are there any specific concerns or issues you anticipate might arise during the process?

Not that I'm aware of. We have had some pretty detailed conversations.

Liz

Hi there! Welcome to our service. My name is Liz and I've been an attorney for more than a decade, and I am here to assist with your legal concerns. Just so you are aware, our service is a legal information-only site. No attorney-client relationship is formed from our conversation. So I can best help, what concerns do you have with the divorce?

Curious how I need to go about filing, and which documents should I have prepared. Specifically, wondering if I can file remotely, or do I need to go back to Colorado to do this.

I'm assuming that regardless of what we've decided to do with assets, etc., we will need to share financial documents? How far back?

Liz

To start the process of filing for an uncontested joint divorce in Colorado, you'll need to prepare a few key documents.

We have discussed property agreement. There are no children involved. Planning to file jointly, uncontested. I'm assuming that document is available on this site?

Do you mean for the settlement agreement? I've already completed that document, referring to the petition for dissolution of marriage. Completed.

Liz

That is actually a document that is standardized by the state.

Ok, that makes sense. That will be required to file the petition correct? Sorry if my questions are redundant.

Liz

No worries at all, your questions are important! Yes, financial disclosures are typically required as part of the divorce process, but they are not necessarily needed to file the initial petition. They are usually required later in the process to ensure transparency and fairness in the division of assets. So it's done before you finalize the agreement and decree.

OK, that's great! I'll have a follow-up conversation with her and ensure we're still on track, and then get the wheels turning. Appreciate your help.

Liz

You're very welcome.

Liz

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