How Much Does Uncontested Divorce Cost in NY?
Quick Answer: Uncontested divorce in NY costs ,500-,000 total including court fees (35), attorney fees (,000-,500), and additional costs. DIY divorce costs 35- 0.
Cost Breakdown
Court Filing Fee: 35 (required for everyone)
Attorney Fees: ,000-,500 for uncontested with lawyer, ash if DIY
Service of Process: - 0 for process server
Notarization: ash- 0 (banks often free)
Certified Copies: per copy (get 3-5 copies)
Marriage Certificate: 5 certified copy
DIY Divorce Costs
Filing fee 35, service - 0, notarization ash- , copies and misc . Total: 35-35.
With Attorney Costs
Full service uncontested: ,500-,000. Document review only: 0- 0. Mediation: ,000-,000.
What Increases Cost
- Children requiring custody agreements
- Property division complexity
- Retirement accounts to divide
- Business valuation needed
- Spousal support negotiations