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Where To File For Divorce In Brighton, CO

It is never an easy decision for Brighton residents when they determine it is time to proceed with a divorce.  This can represent one of the most emotional and overwhelming times in a person’s life, and as such, it is important to remain well informed to help reduce some of the stress involved in this difficult time. Having a strategy and understanding of what to expect along the way is the best way to alleviate some of the anxiety involved in a divorce. One of the first steps in the divorce process is understanding where to file for divorce in Brighton, CO.

Where Do I File For
Divorce In Brighton, CO?

In Brighton, once you have completed your petition for dissolution of marriage you must file it with the County Clerk’s office. The County Clerk for Brighton can be found at the Adams County Court. The Adam’s County Clerk’s office is open from 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM Monday through Thursday. The address of the Adams County Court is:

1100 Judicial Center Drive, Brighton, Colorado 80601

How Much Are The Divorce
Filing Fees In Brighton, CO?

Whether you are filing for dissolution of marriage or for legal separation you will need to pay a filing fee.

In Brighton, the filing fee for a Petition for Dissolution of Marriage (Divorce) and legal separation is $230. Additionally, it costs $116 to file the answer to the petition. Payment to have the dissolution of marriage personally served can cost between $50 and $70. You can review all of the court filing fees here.

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Is There A Waiting Period Prior To My
Brighton Divorce Being Finalized? 

In Brighton, there is a mandatory 90-day period from the time of filing for dissolution of marriage. This time is meant for couples to work through their marital issues or attempt to reconcile prior to their petition for divorce being finalized. If all marital issues are agreed upon, 91 days is the shortest possible time frame for a divorce to be completed in Brighton.

The experienced Brighton divorce lawyers at Modern Family Law can help you navigate any questions regarding divorce in Brighton.

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By: MFL Team

Posted August 19, 2022


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