by Liz Merrill | Sep 15, 2025 | Court Guidelines, Divorce, Litigation, Mediation
Cut Through the Confusion Google “divorce cost in Colorado” and you’ll see numbers all over the place — $3,800, $11,800, even $20,000+. Which one is right? The truth is, it depends on how much conflict is involved and how you choose to divorce. For couples who are...
by Liz Merrill | Sep 3, 2025 | Child Custody, Child Safety, Co-Parenting, Colorado Family Law, Divorce, Family Law, Litigation, Mediation
When parents go through a divorce or separation in Colorado, one of the most important issues the court will address is child support. Unfortunately, there’s a lot of misunderstanding around what child support is — and what it isn’t. Some parents treat it like...
by Liz Merrill | Aug 25, 2025 | Child Safety, Co-Parenting, Colorado Family Law, Divorce, Litigation, Mediation
When substance abuse plays a role in a divorce, the challenges often extend far beyond parenting plans. Addiction can touch every part of life. It can drain bank accounts, damage credit, and create instability that makes it harder to rebuild after the marriage ends....
by Liz Merrill | Aug 21, 2025 | Divorce, Mediation
Choosing the Right Divorce Mediator: Questions to Ask Finding the right divorce mediator is one of the most important decisions you’ll make during your separation or divorce. In Colorado, mediation is often encouraged over litigation. Choosing a mediator who...
by Liz Merrill | Aug 21, 2025 | Divorce, Mediation
How Divorce Mediation Works in Colorado: A Complete Guide Facing divorce often feels overwhelming. But with the right support, it doesn’t have to be. At Open Space Mediation, we offer a compassionate, structured approach to help Colorado couples navigate divorce with...
by Liz Merrill | Jul 23, 2025 | Divorce, Litigation, Mediation
“You might be able to afford the divorce. But can you afford what comes after if it’s done badly?” Let’s say you’ve done the math. You’ve read my blog about the actual cost of divorce-attorneys, court fees, QDROs, and all. And...
