Cost of Divorce in Vermont

Vermont costs hinge on issues to resolve, your level of conflict, and how quickly you exchange financial information. The nisi period and local scheduling shape timelines.

Typical Costs

Expect a filing fee, plus service of process, copies, and certified decrees. If you use professionals, you may pay for mediation, limited-scope legal review, document preparation, and financial experts for valuation or tax questions. Parenting matters may include parenting class costs.

What Drives Cost Up or Down

Costs rise with complex property, high-conflict parenting, and late/incomplete disclosures. Costs fall when spouses organize bank, pay, credit, and tax records, agree on valuation dates, collaborate on one shared settlement draft, and start with mediation.

Ways to Save

Begin with mediation, then have a lawyer review your settlement. Use attorneys strategically for coaching and document checks. For real estate, set an appraisal method and a refinance/buyout timeline to reduce duplicate work.

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FAQs

Can I get a filing fee waiver in Vermont?
Yes. You can request a fee waiver if paying is a hardship.

Does filing first increase costs?
Not usually. Costs track conflict, organization, and the speed of disclosures and settlement.

Will I have to appear in person?
Uncontested matters often use a brief hearing; some courts allow remote appearances.