A DIY uncontested divorce in New York costs about $335 in court fees — far less than hiring a lawyer. Here’s the full breakdown, including the no-children case.
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A do-it-yourself uncontested divorce in New York costs about $335 in court filing fees — a $210 index number fee plus $125 paid when the Request for Judicial Intervention and Note of Issue are filed. With an attorney, an uncontested divorce typically runs $1,500–$5,500. Our document-preparation service is a flat $99.
For an uncontested case with no minor children, the mandatory court fees are the same statewide: the $210 index number and the $125 RJI/Note of Issue fee. A few extras can apply — about $45 per motion and $35 to file a settlement agreement. If money is tight, New York’s Poor Person Relief fee-waiver program can reduce or eliminate filing fees for income-eligible filers.
If you and your spouse agree and there are no children under 21, the DIY path keeps you at the ~$335 court cost. The moment lawyers, contested property, or custody enter, the price climbs fast. Our $99 packet prepares every document for you — you file it yourself at your county court.
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