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How Much Does Divorce Cost?

The median cost of an American divorce is $7,000. But your final fee could go up or down based on plenty of variables, including some you can control. With Hello Divorce we can help you save thousands.

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What factors can impact the cost of divorce?

Type of Divorce

  • DIY divorce: The cheapest way to split with your partner is to engage in a DIY divorce, in which you settle all of your issues together, file the paperwork, and move on without the help of lawyers or other outsiders. 
  • Collaborative divorce: You both hire lawyers, and you work through the divorce without entering the courtroom. This option can save a lot of money, too. 
  • Standard divorce: You enter a courtroom with lawyers and handle the estate with their help. This is the most expensive way to split.

Complexity of the case

Couples with few assets and debts have little to argue over. But if you share many properties, lots of obligations, and several children, you have multiple problems to sort through. Cases like this tend to cost more than their simpler cousins. 

Couple's relationship

Stereotypical divorcing couples argue over everything. Reality is more complicated. For example, up to 15% of couples reconcile after they separate. 

Couples that can communicate, collaborate, and connect tend to spend less money on a divorce than couples who argue over every single thing. You don't have to harbor plans to get back together to work together. You just must be committed to the process and your future. If you can cooperate, it makes for a smoother resolution. 

How does Hello Divorce compare to lawyers in
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Pro Plan
Divorce Lawyers
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$1,500
$26,000
Free 15 minute info call
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No
Divorce online from your home
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No
Free library of online divorce help
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Automatic form generation
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Hourly mediation, coaching, & more available on demand
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* Price based on Hello Divorce's Pro Plan and the average cost of divorce with children in selected state. Filing fees not included with either estimate. Schedule Your Free Info Call

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Meet the Hello Divorce Specialists!

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"Had an extremely helpful account manager! Made the whole process simple and effective. You’re awesome Charlene!"
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"Jenn was especially kind and helpful and her friendly manner helped to put me at ease."
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"Raquel was right there to help us get through all of it with no delays. I can't thank her enough!"
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"“Hannah was very patient, helpful, and responsive. Thanks to hello divorce and and special thanks to Hannah!”"
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Hello Divorce has helped 3,752 (and counting!) get divorced. Learn more below and give us a call to see how we can help you.
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Didn't hire attorneys
100%
Saved money compared to a traditional divorce
53%
Have minor children
80%
Owned shared property
68%
Owned separate property
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Frequently Asked Questions

Where do I file for divorce?

In the United States, you must file for divorce in the county where you currently meet residency requirements. If spouses live in different counties then you can choose which county to file the Petition or Complaint (first step). We recommend signing up for a free info call if you have questions about which county is easiest to file in.

Can I use Hello Divorce if I have minor children?

Yes! You can complete your divorce with Hello Divorce if you have children. Our easy-to-use software walks you through all the steps you need to make sure your divorce completes smoothly, even with the additional paperwork required for minor or special needs children.

How much does a Hello Divorce plan cost?

Our most popular Hello Divorce plan is the Pro Plan at $1,500. This gets you access to our industry-leading form-generating software, our divorce navigation account experience, and an Account Coordinator dedicated to verifying the paperwork and filing your forms for guaranteed court acceptance. Court filing fees are not covered, but in many cases they can be waived. Hello Divorce also offers hourly mediation, coaching, financial advisors, and more for a flat hourly fee that you can add to your divorce at any time.

How long does an online divorce take?

Depending on where you live divorce can take anywhere from 1 month to 13 months or even longer as states have different waiting periods and some courts are backlogged. If you and your spouse live in different counties, we recommend scheduling a free call with our experts to determine which location has the easiest divorce process.

Can Hello Divorce help me if my spouse lives in another country?

Yes! If one spouse lives in the United States you may file for divorce in the county where they reside. Hello Divorce is looking to expand our divorce services to every state, so if we don’t support divorce in your state yet you can still buy hourly mediation, divorce coaching, divorce financial advice, and more for a flat fee.

How do I pick my Hello Divorce plan?

The best way to pick your Hello Divorce plan is to go to our plan comparison page and see what plan offers the level of support you need. If you have more questions or a complicated situation we recommend scheduling a free informational call to talk to one of our team members about what plan is best for you.

How do I know how many hours of divorce mediation I need?

Mediation is frequently used by couples who are willing to work together but are having difficulty agreeing on one or two issues – sometimes more. Our mediators are solutions-minded third parties who are looking for the best outcome for both spouses. If you and your spouse are having a hard time working through child support or other agreements, we recommend purchasing a single hour with a mediator who can recommend additional mediation time if necessary.

Which Hello Divorce plan has online mediation?

Our convenient mediation hourly service allows you to buy mediation by the hour whenever you need it no matter what level of divorce plan you purchase. There are no retaining fees and no limit to how much mediation you can purchase! You can also choose our Mediation plan with 5 hours built in. If you and your spouse are having trouble coming to an agreement then we recommend purchasing a single hour with a mediator who can meet with you and recommend additional mediation if necessary.

How do I know how many hours of divorce financial help I need?

Our convenient Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA) hourly service allows you to buy financial assistance by the hour whenever you need it no matter what level of divorce plan you purchase. There are no retaining fees and no limit to how much help you can purchase. If you have complicated finances we recommend purchasing a single hour with a CDFA who can meet with you and recommend additional mediation if necessary.

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