Denver Family Lawyer

At Baker Law Group, PLLC, we understand that family law issues can turn your world upside down. Whether you are going through a divorce, fighting for time with your children, or trying to figure out what comes next, our Denver family lawyers are here to help you move forward. We take a direct, client-focused approach to every case — no runaround, no vague answers, just clear legal guidance when you need it most.

Family law in Colorado covers a wide range of matters tied to marriage, children, and domestic relationships. The laws are designed to protect everyone involved, especially children, and they carry real legal weight. At Baker Law Group, PLLC, our team knows Colorado family law inside and out, and we are prepared to handle your case at every stage.

What Cases Do Our Denver Family Lawyers Handle?

Denver does not have a dedicated family court. Most family law cases are filed in Denver District Court, which handles divorce, parental responsibilities, and protective orders. Baker Law Group, PLLC is prepared to represent clients across all types of family law matters, including:

• Divorce and legal separation
• Contested and uncontested divorce
• High-asset and high net worth divorce
• Property division
• Child custody and parenting time
• Fathers’ rights
• Child support
• Spousal maintenance (alimony)
• Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements
• Domestic violence and protective orders
• Modification of existing orders
• Adoption and guardianship

If you are dealing with any of these issues in Denver, having an experienced Denver family lawyer on your side from the start makes a real difference in how your case unfolds.

Divorce in Denver, Colorado

Colorado is a no-fault divorce state. That means neither spouse has to prove the other did anything wrong. The only legal ground for divorce here is that the marriage is irretrievably broken. To file, at least one spouse must have lived in Colorado for at least 91 days. If children are involved, they must also meet a residency requirement before the court can make custody decisions.

The divorce process involves filing paperwork with the court, serving the other spouse, and exchanging full financial disclosures. From there, both parties either reach an agreement on property, support, and custody, or the court steps in to resolve disputes. Once everything is settled, the judge issues a Decree of Dissolution of Marriage.

Our Denver divorce lawyers guide you through every step, with a focus on protecting your rights and reaching a resolution that actually works for your life.

Contested Divorce in Denver

A contested divorce is one where spouses cannot agree on one or more key issues. Property division, spousal maintenance, child custody, and parenting time are the most common sources of conflict. When those disputes cannot be resolved through negotiation or mediation, the case goes to a hearing where a judge decides.

Contested divorces take longer and cost more than uncontested ones. They also require a higher level of legal preparation. Baker Law Group, PLLC represents clients in contested divorce proceedings throughout Denver County, building a clear legal strategy from the first filing through final orders.

Uncontested Divorce in Denver

An uncontested divorce happens when both spouses agree on all the terms of their separation before going to court. That includes how property gets divided, whether maintenance applies, and if children are involved, how custody and support will be handled. When both sides are aligned, the court can approve the divorce after the mandatory waiting period without a contested hearing.

Uncontested divorces are faster and less expensive, but they still carry legal risk if the paperwork is incomplete or if one spouse agrees to terms that do not reflect their legal rights. Having a Denver family lawyer review your agreement before you sign protects you from mistakes that are difficult to undo.

High-Asset and High Net Worth Divorce

Not all divorces are the same. When significant assets are involved, the stakes are higher and the process is more complex. High-asset and high net worth divorce cases often involve business interests, investment portfolios, real estate holdings, retirement accounts, and tax considerations that standard divorce proceedings do not address in the same way.

These cases require careful financial analysis and, in many situations, forensic accountants or business valuation experts. Baker Law Group, PLLC has a dedicated Denver high asset divorce lawyer team that handles complex cases throughout the Denver metro area, working to make sure every asset is properly identified, valued, and divided fairly. If your spouse is hiding income or undervaluing assets, we know how to find the full picture.

Property Division in Denver Divorce Cases

Colorado divides marital property under the equitable distribution standard. That means property is divided fairly, but not necessarily equally. The court considers what each spouse brought into the marriage, what was acquired during it, each person’s financial circumstances after the split, and contributions made throughout the relationship, including non-financial ones.

Separate property, meaning assets owned before the marriage or received as a gift or inheritance, generally stays with the original owner. The line between marital and separate property is not always clear, especially in long marriages where finances have been closely intertwined.

Our Denver property division lawyers work to make sure you leave the marriage with what you are legally entitled to, whether that involves real estate, business ownership, retirement funds, or debt allocation.

Child Custody in Denver, Colorado

Child custody is often the most emotionally charged part of a family law case. In Colorado, the court refers to custody as the allocation of parental responsibilities, which covers two things: parenting time and decision-making responsibility.

Decision-making responsibility covers major choices about the child’s education, healthcare, and religious upbringing. Colorado courts generally favor arrangements where both parents stay actively involved, as long as that arrangement truly serves the child’s best interests. The court evaluates each parent’s relationship with the child, their stability, and their willingness to support the child’s bond with the other parent.

Our Denver child custody lawyers build parenting plans that reflect your child’s actual needs, not just a generic template. When disputes escalate, we are ready to advocate in court.

Parenting Time in Denver

Parenting time is the schedule that determines when the child lives with each parent. It is separate from decision-making responsibility, and the court treats it as its own issue. Common parenting time schedules in Denver cases include the 2-2-3 rotation, the alternating week arrangement, and schedules where one parent carries primary time and the other has regular visits.

The court looks at how the child is adjusting to home, school, and community, and whether each parent actively supports the child’s relationship with the other. Parenting time can be modified later if circumstances change significantly, such as a parent relocating or a substantial shift in the child’s needs.

If your parenting schedule is not working or needs to be established for the first time, Baker Law Group, PLLC can help you build an arrangement that is both realistic and enforceable.

Fathers’ Rights in Denver, Colorado

Colorado law does not give mothers an automatic advantage in custody cases. The court cannot presume that either parent is better suited to raise a child based on gender. Fathers have the same legal right as mothers to seek parenting time, decision-making responsibility, and primary custody.

What matters is the father’s relationship with the child, his level of involvement in daily life, his stability, and his willingness to support the child’s relationship with the other parent. For unmarried fathers, establishing legal paternity is the required first step before pursuing any custody or parenting time order. Once paternity is in place, a father can seek a full allocation of parental responsibilities, including primary parenting time, if the facts support it.

If you are a father in Denver who is concerned about your rights in a custody or divorce case, Baker Law Group, PLLC will make sure your voice is heard and your relationship with your child is protected.

Child Support in Colorado

Child support in Colorado is calculated using both parents’ incomes and the amount of time each parent spends with the child. The more parenting time a parent has, the more that factors into the final number. Support orders can be modified later if income changes significantly or if the parenting time arrangement shifts substantially.

If you are establishing a new support order, questioning how an existing one was calculated, or seeking a modification, our Denver child support lawyers can help you understand what you are entitled to and what to expect.

Spousal Maintenance in Denver Divorce Cases

Spousal maintenance, what most people call alimony, is financial support paid from one spouse to the other after a divorce. Colorado courts do not award it automatically. The court looks at the financial situation of both spouses, the standard of living during the marriage, how long the marriage lasted, and whether the lower-earning spouse can become financially self-sufficient over time.

For certain marriages that meet a minimum length requirement, Colorado uses advisory guidelines as a starting point when calculating the amount and duration of maintenance. Those guidelines are not binding. The court keeps full discretion to award more, less, or nothing at all depending on the specific facts of the case.

Our spousal support attorneys in Denver represent both spouses seeking maintenance and those contesting an award, with a focus on outcomes that are fair to your actual financial situation.

Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements in Denver

A prenuptial agreement, commonly called a prenup, is a contract signed before marriage. A postnuptial agreement is signed after the wedding. Both documents can address how property gets divided if the marriage ends, whether spousal maintenance applies, how debts are allocated, and what happens to inheritance rights.

Colorado courts enforce these agreements when they are entered into voluntarily, with full financial disclosure from both sides, and without terms that are fundamentally unfair at the time of signing. An agreement drafted without proper legal counsel is far more likely to be challenged and thrown out in court.

Baker Law Group, PLLC drafts and reviews prenuptial and postnuptial agreements for individuals across Denver, from first marriages to complex situations involving business interests, real estate, and significant separate assets.

Protective Orders in Denver

Colorado provides legal protections for individuals who are victims of domestic violence. There are three types of protective orders, each offering a different level and duration of protection depending on the stage of your case. Emergency orders provide immediate short-term protection. Temporary orders last until a full hearing is held. Permanent orders are issued after a court hearing and carry long-term legal force.

Baker Law Group, PLLC assists clients on both sides of protective order proceedings, those seeking protection and those who have been wrongly accused and need to contest an order.

Modification of Family Law Orders

A court order entered today may not reflect your circumstances a few years from now. Colorado allows modifications to child custody, child support, and spousal maintenance when there has been a substantial and continuing change in circumstances. Job loss, relocation, a change in the child’s needs, or a parent not following an existing order can all give grounds to return to court.

Modifications are not automatic. You have to file a motion and demonstrate to the court that the change is real and significant. Baker Law Group, PLLC handles post-decree matters throughout Denver and the surrounding metro area.

Our Denver Office Locations

Baker Law Group, PLLC serves clients from two offices in the Denver metro area, making it convenient to meet with an attorney whether you are based in the city or in the southern suburbs.

Our downtown Denver office is located at 1290 Broadway, Suite 1175, in the Capitol Hill neighborhood. The building sits right along Broadway, close to Civic Center Park and the History Colorado Center. If you are coming from I-25, take the Broadway exit and head north. Street parking and a covered parking garage are available in the building. The office is also accessible via several RTD bus routes that run along Broadway.

Our second location is at 8301 E Prentice Ave, Suite 405, in Greenwood Village, in the heart of the Denver Tech Center. The DTC is easily reached from both I-25 and I-225, making it a straightforward drive from the south Denver suburbs, including Centennial, Englewood, and Aurora. Ample parking is available on site.

Why Denver Families Choose Baker Law Group, PLLC

Baker Law Group, PLLC is a full-service firm with two offices in the Denver metro area. Our family law team represents clients throughout Denver County and the surrounding communities. We handle cases at every stage, from the first filing to post-decree disputes.

What clients get when they work with us:

• Direct access to the attorney handling your case
• Clear strategy from day one, not vague reassurances
• Representation on both sides, whether you are seeking maintenance, challenging a custody arrangement, or contesting a claim
• Experience with high-asset divorces, complex property division, and business valuation matters

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a family law attorney cost in Denver, Colorado?

Attorney fees in Denver family law cases depend on how complex your situation is and whether it settles or goes to trial. Most family law attorneys in Denver bill by the hour and require a retainer upfront. Straightforward uncontested divorces with no children or major assets tend to cost less. Contested custody battles, high-asset divorces, and cases involving financial experts cost considerably more. Baker Law Group, PLLC offers an initial consultation so you can understand what to expect in terms of fees before committing to representation.

What rights does a father have in Denver, Colorado?

Colorado law does not favor either parent based on gender. Fathers have the same legal right as mothers to seek parenting time, decision-making responsibility, and primary custody. What the court evaluates is the father’s relationship with the child, his involvement in daily life, his stability, and his willingness to support the child’s bond with the other parent. For unmarried fathers, establishing legal paternity is the first required step before pursuing any custody or parenting time order. Once paternity is in place, fathers can seek a full allocation of parental responsibilities, including primary parenting time, if the facts support it.

What is the difference between legal separation and divorce in Colorado?

Legal separation and divorce follow a similar legal process in Colorado, but they lead to different outcomes. A divorce legally ends the marriage. A legal separation allows spouses to live apart, divide property, establish support and custody arrangements, and live as financially independent households, while remaining legally married. Some couples choose legal separation for religious reasons, to preserve certain benefits like health insurance, or because they are not yet ready to finalize a divorce. Either party can convert a legal separation into a divorce after a period of time has passed. If you are unsure which path fits your situation, a Denver family lawyer can walk you through the practical and legal differences before you decide.

How long does a divorce take in Denver, Colorado?

The shortest a divorce can take in Colorado is 91 days, which is the mandatory waiting period that begins on the date the other spouse is served with the divorce papers. Uncontested divorces where both spouses agree on all terms can be finalized close to that window. Contested divorces take considerably longer, especially when disputes over property, custody, or support require court hearings. Cases involving complex finances, business valuation, or high-conflict custody disputes can take a year or more to resolve. The timeline also depends on court availability and how quickly both parties respond to deadlines. Working with an experienced Denver family lawyer helps keep your case moving and avoids unnecessary delays.

How is child custody decided in Colorado?

Colorado courts decide child custody based on the best interests of the child. The court looks at the child’s relationship with each parent, how well the child is adjusting to home, school, and community, each parent’s ability to put the child’s needs first, and each parent’s willingness to support the child’s relationship with the other parent. Any history of domestic violence or abuse weighs heavily in the analysis. Neither parent starts with a presumption in their favor. The court may also consider the child’s own preferences depending on age and maturity. If parents cannot agree on a parenting plan, the court holds a hearing and issues orders. Existing orders can be modified if circumstances change substantially in a way that affects the child’s best interests.

Get Legal Help From a Denver Family Lawyer Today

Family law cases move fast, and waiting too long to get legal counsel can put you at a disadvantage. If you are facing a divorce, a custody dispute, a support issue, or any other family matter in Denver, Baker Law Group, PLLC is ready to help. Our team of Denver family lawyers will listen to your situation, explain your options clearly, and fight for the outcome you and your family deserve. Reach out through our contact form to schedule a consultation.