Divorce is hard. The legal part doesn't have to be.
Built by a divorce attorney and backed by family-law experts
Hello Divorce was founded by Erin Levine, a Certified Family Law Specialist with 15+ years in California family courtrooms. Our guides are reviewed by a national network of credentialed attorneys, mediators, and financial analysts. Each licensed in the state their guidance covers.
Thousands of successful divorces and counting because you deserve a divorce company you can actually talk to.
How Does Hello Divorce Work?
Complete your forms in minutes
Answer a few simple questions. Our software generates a full set of state-approved divorce forms, personalized for your situation.
We handle the courts for you
Work with a Forms Specialist who reviews your forms, coordinates with your spouse, and prepares, serves, and files it all with the court.
Specialized expertise, on demand
Need help with custody, finances, or complex assets? Book vetted mediators, financial experts, coaches, or lawyers by the hour—no retainers.
Keep it out of court
Whether you agree or need help getting there, we provide tools and mediation support to finalize terms privately—without courtroom battles.
Get Divorce Answers 24/7 with Hallie, our
AI Divorce Navigator™
Hallie is trained exclusively on Hello Divorce’s knowledge base — carefully built and reviewed by experts who track state and county requirements.
Licensed Attorneys & Divorce Specialists You Can Actually Talk To
The divorce experts you need — by the hour.
Lawyer. Mediator. Financial analyst. Divorce coach. Real estate specialist.
Book a session — no retainer, no long-term commitment. Just the right person, right when you need them.
Most people don’t need the same kind of help. That’s okay.
I'm Planning Ahead
Get clear before you decide anything. See the steps, costs, and timing in your state. Use Hallie, our AI divorce guide, plus free tools and resources.
I Need Full Support
Hand off the paperwork and deadlines. A dedicated Forms Specialist manages your filings start to finish. You focus on life. We handle the process.
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I Need Mediation
Work toward agreement without court battles. Meet with an experienced mediator on your timeline so you can keep moving forward with confidence.
I Need to Split my Home
The house is more than an asset. Get clear guidance from Certified Divorce Real Estate Experts on selling, refinancing, or a buyout—without rushing.
Help at every stage
See how Hello Divorce combines smart technology with real human support to help you finish your divorce about two-thirds faster than the traditional process, without unpredictable law firm fees.
Splitting the home in your divorce
Most couples it's the largest asset to divide
We're the only divorce platform with dedicated real estate specialists. Start free, with no signup or obligation.
Sell the home together
Pricing, timing, and neutral representation from a broker who handles two parties who may not agree. Talk to Elisha, free for 15 minutes.
Keep it and refinance
Refinancing, assumption, and qualifying on one income — with the exact decree language lenders need. Talk to Tami, a CDLP® mortgage specialist.
Get the decree right
Our Divorce Mortgage Specialist tells you the language lenders require, then attorneys and or you can add it into your agreement so financing won't fall apart later.
Why did a divorce attorney build Hello Divorce?
After 15 years as a divorce lawyer, I saw the truth: the system creates the conflict.
Hello Divorce is my answer — a simpler, calmer way through divorce, without unnecessary fights.
Timeline
A step-by-step guide through divorce
Explore our library of state-specific divorce guidance, built for where you live.
Just the basics. You don’t need it all figured out.
A real person who handles the court paperwork, keeps things moving, and answers questions along the way.
Once your forms are ready, we review them carefully and file with the court.
You don't have to figure this out alone.
We help you take the first step, and every step after that.
When you're ready to take the next step
Hello Divorce vs. DIY vs. Traditional Lawyer
Typical total cost
$400 - $2000
$135 - $500
$15,000 - $20,000+
Typical timeline
As fast as your state allows
Varies widely
Self-paced, but rejected forms can stall things for months.
12-18 months
Court approval
Expert support
By the hour, no retainers
None
Full-service
Refund Policy
Flexible & transparent
Usually none
Retainer-dependent
Best for
Uncontested or mostly agreed couples who want guidance, expert help on demand, and a court-ready filing.
Legally savvy people with simple, fully-agreed cases - and time to troubleshoot rejections themselves.
High conflict cases, hidden assets, contested custody, or anything headed toward litigation.
Not sure which path is right for you?
Is it true 95% of divorces never go to trial? keyboard_arrow_down
I'm just thinking about divorce, how can you help? keyboard_arrow_down
Can you take me through the entire legal process of divorce? keyboard_arrow_down
I've already hired an attorney, can you still help me? keyboard_arrow_down
Yes, you can still work with Hello Divorce even if you have an attorney. Our Divorce Portal is specifically designed to work alongside attorneys, not replace them. The resources and tools we provide can actually help make your attorney's job more efficient - you'll be better prepared for meetings, have organized documentation, and understand the process more clearly. This often leads to more productive legal sessions and potentially lower overall costs.
Our platform provides comprehensive support across all aspects of divorce - from financial planning tools to real estate to co-parenting resources. This holistic approach helps create better outcomes while letting your attorney focus on the critical legal aspects of your case.
Do I need a lawyer to finalize my divorce? keyboard_arrow_down
Most people don't need a lawyer to finalize their divorce, and they can save significant money by handling it themselves.
The basic divorce process involves:
1. Filing a divorce petition
2. Notifying your spouse through a process server
3. Negotiating settlement terms for property, debts, children, and support
4. Getting judge approval of your settlement
5. Receiving your divorce decree
While you can complete this process on your own, you have options for getting help without hiring a traditional lawyer:
- Mediation: Work with a mediator to reach agreements (typically 2-3 hours at $300/hour)
- Legal coaching: Meet with an attorney for targeted advice while representing yourself
- Online tools: Use guided interviews and document preparation services
If mediation fails or you have complex issues, you might need limited legal help. But rather than hiring a lawyer for full representation, consider working with one just to resolve specific sticking points while handling the rest yourself.
Can you support couples who want to divorce with children? keyboard_arrow_down
Most of Hello Divorce's clients have children and want a comprehensive custody agreement, child support guidance, and parenting plan that meets their individual needs. Use our free resources to get a sense of different parenting arrangements and options for child support, then meet with a mediator if you need help with details or coming to an agreement.
Next, input your decisions into our software, and your child-related court forms will be generated in the way the court requires it for your state.
Finally, your divorce specialist will help you make any modifications you need before we submit your agreement to the judge for signature.