Local Filing Guide
File for Divorce in El Paso County (4th Judicial District)
Every judicial district in Colorado follows the same statutes, but the procedural nuances—where to park, which room to file in, and how judges manage their dockets—vary significantly. This guide prepares you for the specific realities of the El Paso County Judicial Building.
Courthouse Logistics
Location:
270 S. Tejon St.
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
🚗 Parking:
Attached parking garage on the south side of the building. Street parking is metered.
👮 Security:
One of the busiest courthouses in the state. Lines can wrap around the building on Monday mornings.
Clerk & Filing Info
Clerk's Office: Room S101
Phone: (719) 452-5000
Hours: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Local Rules & Procedures
Mediation Requirements
Strictly enforced. You generally cannot get a hearing date without a Certificate of Mediation Compliance. The Office of Dispute Resolution is located in Room S-023.
Parenting Classes
Children and Families in Transition (CFIT) class is mandatory. Failure to file the certificate can delay your case.
District-Specific Forms
- Case Management Order (FCF 400): A specific El Paso County form that outlines the timeline for the entire case. You must serve this with the Petition.
Judicial Context
With a heavy military presence (Fort Carson, Peterson SFB), judges are well-versed in military pension division (USERRA) and deployment custody issues.
Calculate Your El Paso County Case
Before you head to the courthouse at 270 S. Tejon St., it's crucial to have a clear picture of your financial standing. Use our free tool to estimate potential maintenance and child support outcomes specifically for Colorado jurisdiction.