Colorado  |  Civil Litigation

In Colorado small claims, a defendant can file a notice of attorney representation. If that occurs, the plaintiff also may be represented by an attorney.

Filing fees normally can be recovered by the prevailing party. A pro se party (meaning they are not represented by an attorney) is not awarded anything for their time. If you have an attorney and the matter involves a contract with an attorney fee clause or there is a statute related to attorney fees for this type of action, then those fees can be recovered by the prevailing party, normally.

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