Tennessee Divorce Cost Calculator
Estimate the real cost of divorce in Tennessee — 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 Tennessee 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 Tennessee
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 Tennessee's average family-law rate of ~$299/hour, every disputed issue adds hours quickly. Note that Tennessee has a mandatory waiting period of 60 days (90 with children) before a divorce can be finalized.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to file for divorce in Tennessee?
The court filing fee in Tennessee is typically around $222 (Fee varies by county and rises with children (~$184-$400 incl. service); irreconcilable-differences divorce requires a signed marital dissolution agreement.). Fee waivers are generally available for filers who can't afford it.
How much does a divorce lawyer cost in Tennessee?
Family-law attorneys in Tennessee average around $299/hour. Uncontested divorces typically run $1,900–$3,600 total; contested divorces $9,700–$20,900 or more.
How long do I have to live in Tennessee before filing?
Tennessee requires 6 months (none if grounds arose in-state) of residency before filing for divorce.
What's the cheapest way to get divorced in Tennessee?
An uncontested DIY filing: agree on everything, use the court's forms (many Tennessee courts provide self-help packets), and pay only the filing fee (~$222). 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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