Smart, Private Divorce Mediation for Colorado Couples
Transparent. Predictable. Collaborative.
Since 2019, hundreds of couples have trusted Open Space Mediation to save over $5 million in legal fees and over a combined 150 years of their lives through a more strategic, efficient approach.
Now, with Colorado’s first Divorce Cost Calculator, you can see exactly how much mediation can save you—before making a single legal commitment.
Use the Colorado Divorce Cost Calculator now to see exactly how much you can save.
Divorce with Dignity
Specialized Mediation for High-Value, Cooperative Couples
You’ve worked hard—for your career, your family, your stability. The end of a marriage doesn’t have to mean the end of everything you’ve worked toward. Open Space offers customized support for property division, parenting, and finances so you can preserve assets for your future instead of spending them on attorney fees.
Professional divorce support for Colorado families who want a respectful, efficient divorce without courtroom battles, unnecessary conflict, or runaway legal fees.
collaborative divorce mediation
The Flat-Fee Path to a Dignified Divorce in Colorado
Your divorce doesn’t have to be a battle. At Open Space Mediation, we specialize in guiding collaborative couples through a private, efficient, and predictably-priced separation. We offer an amicable divorce mediation process for couples who are ready to move forward with dignity and mutual respect—keeping your personal finances, family integrity, and peace of mind intact.
As Colorado’s trusted flat-fee mediation service, we reward your willingness to cooperate with clear costs, a faster timeline, and a healthier foundation for your next chapter. Our process is the definitive alternative to expensive, draining, and public courtroom litigation.
Tired of legal chaos?
For over six years, Open Space Mediation has demonstrated the power of the collaborative process in Colorado family law.
Flat-fee mediation delivers predictable costs, faster resolutions, and a healthier foundation for co-parenting—without the courtroom drama.
DE-ESCALATE
Prioritizing calm collaboration by creating an environment where resolution is possible and conflict is minimized.
GET UNSTUCK
By focusing on facts, not feelings, and staying grounded in reality and math instead of blame and recrimination, our clients find clarity and a path forward.
SAVE MONEY
Mediation can save couples $10,000–$30,000 (compared to litigation).
GET CLOSURE
We help couples walk the path with dignity, laying the groundwork for a future that is worth looking forward to, with minimum regret.
GET ON WITH LIFE
On average, mediation finishes 6–12 months faster than court.
The Colorado Divorce Cost Calculator
Predictable Costs vs. Unpredictable Litigation
Divorce in Colorado can be expensive—and the final bill often comes as a shock. Attorney billing, hidden fees, and unpredictable court costs leave even careful planners guessing.
At Open Space Mediation, we believe clarity is your right. That’s why we created Colorado’s first interactive Divorce Cost Calculator—so you can see your potential expenses upfront.
with this tool you can:
-
Avoid the Billable Hour Trap: Estimate the real cost of hiring two attorneys, including hourly rates, retainers, and hidden fees that often blow up final totals.
-
Include All True Expenses: Factor in court motions, depositions, and mandatory expert fees (like appraisers or forensic accountants) that high-conflict cases require.
-
Compare Your Savings Instantly: See how our flat-fee mediation packages—like The Collaborative Path or The Co-Parenting Blueprint—stack up against unpredictable litigation costs.
Our flat-fee approach puts financial control back in your hands—because collaboration isn’t just a healthier choice—it’s the smart, responsible one.
Use the Colorado Divorce Cost Calculator now to see exactly how much you can save.
OUR SERVICES
Discover the Simplicity of Flat-Fee Divorce.
If you value transparency, control, and financial certainty, the hourly-billing model of traditional attorneys is simply unacceptable. Our exclusive flat-fee mediation packages—The Express Path, The Collaborative Path, and The Co-Parenting Blueprint—are designed for reasonable people with complex assets and shared goals. We provide the expertise you need for equitable asset division and durable co-parenting agreements without the drama.
The Express Path
For couples with simple finances and short marriages who are already on the same page. This fast-track option finalizes your divorce quickly, cleanly, and correctly—with professional guidance to ensure every detail is handled with care.
Starting at
$1,750
The Collaborative Path
For couples with shared property or assets who want fairness, dignity, and transparency. This process provides guided support for dividing finances and property respectfully, helping you separate smoothly without costly litigation or unnecessary drama.
Starting at
$4,950
The Co-Parenting Path
For parents committed to building a stable future for their children. This path blends financial guidance with a deep focus on parenting plans, custody, and co-parenting tools—helping families separate respectfully while keeping kids’ needs first.
Starting at
$6,500
The Guided Resolution
For couples with conflict, hesitation, or strained communication, this high-support process manages resistance and de-escalates tension. With structured guidance, it creates a firm path forward—helping you avoid litigation finding resolution.
Starting at
$9,000
Is divorce mediation right for me?
Divorce mediation is a practical, respectful, and affordable alternative to litigation—but it’s not right for everyone.
As much as we hate to say it, mediation isn’t for everyone. If there is domestic violence, coercion, or intimidation in the relationship, mediation may not be safe—but we can still provide support and resources. → Find help and resources here.
Yes, it’s right for you if:
No, it’s not a good fit if:
Those Who
Found Their Peace
Colorado Divorce Mediator
Hello! I’m Liz
I’m Liz Merrill, founder of Open Space Mediation. I know what it’s like to face divorce feeling overwhelmed and uncertain — and how transformative it can be to come through it with peace and self-respect intact.
Over the past seven years, I’ve helped hundreds of Colorado couples do the same through calm, fair, and practical mediation. My approach is grounded in empathy and common sense, helping people stay in control, protect what matters, and move forward with clarity and dignity.
Want to know what they've had to say? Check out my Google reviews.
Güvenlik önlemleri açısından Basaribet, kullanıcı bilgilerini korumak için en ileri teknolojileri kullanmaktadır.