Divorce Mediators in Denver, CO
Leslie Hoffman has been helping couples “consciously uncouple” for 25 years. Long before it was fashionable, Center for Divorce Solutions was on the leading edge, helping couples create mutually beneficial agreements for separation and develop parenting plans designed to reduce confusion and create clear expectations for the family moving forward.
Whether you and your spouse are separating amicably or dealing with intense conflict, our divorce mediation services provide neutral support through the decisions that come with ending a marriage. We help both parties understand their rights, work through important disagreements, and make informed decisions about their future.
That process may include creating separation agreements, determining spousal maintenance, developing detailed parenting plans, addressing child support and parental responsibilities, and preparing the documents required by the court.
But Don’t I Need a Lawyer?
While movies and TV have trained us to go looking for the nastiest divorce lawyers and to demolish our former spouse in a court of law, the reality is that Colorado courts require most divorcing couples to attempt mediation services as a first step. Colorado is a no-fault state, meaning you don’t get a “leg up” on your spouse if they wronged you in some way that isn’t criminal. The State has clearly defined parameters around the division of assets and debts, spousal support, or maintenance, and child support, which no lawyer or mediator can change without the consent of both parties or an Order of the Court.
At Center for Divorce Solutions, we regularly collaborate with lawyers when their negotiations reach a stalemate or when the courts redirect their clients back to mediation. We receive referrals from lawyers and have nothing but respect for the profession. That said, working through decisions in mediation can often provide a less adversarial setting where both parties participate directly in shaping the outcome.
The mediation process can allow you to advocate for the things that are truly meaningful to you, negotiate around the points that feel essential to moving forward, and determine where compromise is possible. As divorce mediators, we serve as a neutral support system while both parties work toward agreements they understand and can realistically follow.
When children are involved, those conversations can include parenting time, parental responsibilities, schedules, child support, and other decisions affecting family life. Our child custody mediation services help parents work through these issues with the best interests of their children at the center of the discussion.
Work With Us
If you have questions or want to get on our schedule, give our professional mediators a call at 303-377-2295 or use one of the contact buttons on the site to send an email. We know how much courage it takes to take that first step, and we’re committed to connecting in 24 hours or less.
Here’s a basic outline of how the mediation process works:
- As a neutral party, we want to make sure that both you and your spouse feel that we’re a good fit to help you through this process. If you’ve determined that from this website, great! If you have more questions, we’re happy to chat with you together, or individually by phone or email.
- We will provide you with a concise list of all the information and paperwork that needs to be gathered prior to mediation. This process is presided over by the courts and requires you to be thorough and transparent.
- Based on the time needed to gather your documents, we’ll set up your first mediation session. On average, our mediation services come to a positive agreement within two sessions. Your level of preparedness and your willingness to negotiate will determine how long the process takes.
- Once you and your former partner have agreed on the terms, we can handle the necessary divorce document preparation. Both parties review the documents before they are signed and submitted to the court.
- If circumstances change after your divorce is finalized, post-decree mediation can help you work through changes or disagreements involving existing arrangements without automatically returning to a fully contested process.
*Note: There are circumstances where spouses cannot be in the same room, whether due to a restraining order, one spouse serving overseas or living remotely, or simply because emotions run too high. We will work with you to find the appropriate solution, whether that means going back and forth between rooms in our offices or setting up a virtual room for a party who lives at a distance.
Leslie did a wonderful job, not only with her thoroughness when drafting documents but with managing her clients…
“I highly recommend Leslie Hoffman, Center for Divorce Solutions. Leslie is a tremendous separation mediator, a true professional…
Leslie was so thorough and helpful in the mediation process. Her expertise definitely shows in her work and time…
A Kinder, Gentler Divorce
Divorce is never easy, but it doesn’t need to be a battle. A professional mediator can help you work through the issues where agreement has been difficult while keeping both parties involved in the decision-making process.
For some couples, that means working through financial questions and a formal separation. For parents, it may mean creating a workable parenting schedule and defining parental responsibilities. Others return to mediation after a divorce because life has changed and an existing agreement needs to be revisited.
Divorce Mediation Services in Denver, CO & Surrounding Areas
- Lakewood, CO
- Aurora, CO
- Westminster, CO
- Arvada, CO
- Englewood, CO
- Centennial, CO
- Littleton, CO
- Broomfield, CO
- Thornton, CO
- Henderson, CO
- Superior, CO
Divorce Mediation FAQs
How long does divorce mediation typically take?
It varies, but the average mediation for a divorce with children takes three 2-hour sessions plus the time to prepare all the documents. A divorce that does not include children generally takes two 2-hour sessions plus document preparation.
What if we can’t agree on everything?
What you have agreed to is written up, and then you go before the Judge and the Judge will make the decisions on the remaining issues. One of the mediator’s talents is to help you explore alternatives so that, hopefully, you can find a solution and not put important life decisions entirely in the hands of someone who doesn’t know you.
Why come to mediation if we can figure it out by ourselves?
Lots of couples believe they can get through the divorce process without assistance, but many are at least a bit intimidated by the paperwork. A mediator can help determine whether both parties understand their rights, help ensure paperwork is completed correctly, provide an overview of the court process, and give both parties greater confidence in the agreements they are making.
Will my mediated agreement be enforceable?
Mediated agreements are enforceable in court when they are in writing, signed, and incorporated into the appropriate court order. Mediated agreements may also be easier for both parties to follow because they participated directly in crafting the terms together.