New Hampshire Divorce Cost Calculator
Estimate the real cost of divorce in New Hampshire — filing fees, attorney costs, and totals by path. Updated for 2026.
Last reviewed July 2026 · Free · Nothing you enter is stored
Property, support, and custody if you have children.
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Estimate based on New Hampshire filing fees and surveyed attorney costs. Complex assets, custody disputes, and trial can push costs well beyond these ranges.
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What drives divorce costs in New Hampshire
The single biggest variable is conflict. An uncontested divorce — where you agree on property, support, and parenting — costs a small fraction of a contested one, because attorney hours, discovery, and court appearances are where the money goes. At New Hampshire's average family-law rate of ~$295/hour, every disputed issue adds hours quickly. Note that New Hampshire has a mandatory waiting period of None before a divorce can be finalized.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to file for divorce in New Hampshire?
The court filing fee in New Hampshire is typically around $250 (No statutory waiting period; joint petitions can move quickly through the circuit court family division.). Fee waivers are generally available for filers who can't afford it.
How much does a divorce lawyer cost in New Hampshire?
Family-law attorneys in New Hampshire average around $295/hour. Uncontested divorces typically run $1,000–$3,400 total; contested divorces $9,400–$20,200 or more.
How long do I have to live in New Hampshire before filing?
New Hampshire requires 1 year (none if both spouses live in-state) of residency before filing for divorce.
What's the cheapest way to get divorced in New Hampshire?
An uncontested DIY filing: agree on everything, use the court's forms (many New Hampshire courts provide self-help packets), and pay only the filing fee (~$250). Mediation is the next cheapest path when you need help reaching agreement — typically a fraction of the cost of two attorneys litigating.
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