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Filing your divorce in Staten Island

All NY uncontested divorces are filed in the Supreme Court of the spouses' county. Here's everything specific to Staten Island filings.

Court
Richmond County Supreme Court
18 Richmond Terrace, Staten Island, NY 10301
Population Served
500,000 residents
Eligible: must have lived in NY for the required period before filing
Court Filing Fees
$210 index + $125 RJI
Plus smaller add-on fees. Total typically $335-$500. Fee waivers available if you qualify.
Typical Timeline
3-5 months
From filing to final judgment. Our paperwork prep takes 1-2 weeks; the rest is court processing.
Public Transit
Staten Island Ferry to St George + 5 min walk
Most uncontested divorces don't require courthouse visits — but if you do go, this is how to get there.
Court Appearance
Not required
For uncontested divorces with both spouses agreeing, NY processes everything on submitted papers.
Local note for Staten Island filers: Staten Island Supreme Court has the lowest divorce caseload in NYC, which means the fastest processing times in the city. Same-day clerk responses are common. The St George courthouse is a 5-minute walk from the ferry terminal.
Service pricing for Staten Island divorces

Same Staten Island filing service. Two pricing tiers based on whether you have children together.

Without children
$1,200
Complete uncontested divorce service. Court fees separate.
With children
$1,500
Includes child-support calculation per NY guidelines.
If spouse won't sign
+$300
Alternative service via process server. Adds 30-60 days.

Compare to Staten Island divorce attorneys who typically charge $2,500-$5,000 retainers for uncontested divorces.

Common questions about Staten Island divorces
Where do I file for divorce if I live in Staten Island?
Divorce filings for Staten Island residents are made at Richmond County Supreme Court, located at 18 Richmond Terrace, Staten Island, NY 10301. Either spouse must have met NY's residency requirement before filing. Our service handles the entire filing process for you.
Do I need to physically go to Richmond County Supreme Court?
No. For uncontested divorces in Staten Island, no court appearance is required. The case is processed entirely on submitted papers when both spouses agree on all terms. Our service handles paperwork preparation and court filing entirely - you sign documents at home.
How much are the court filing fees in Richmond County?
$210 for the index number plus $125 for the request for judicial intervention plus smaller fees. Total court fees are typically $335-$500. These are paid separately from our $1,200/$1,500 service fee. Fee waivers are available if you qualify financially.
How long does an uncontested divorce take in Staten Island?
Uncontested divorces in Staten Island typically take 3-5 months from filing to final judgment. Our paperwork preparation is complete in 1-2 weeks; the rest is court processing time at Richmond County Supreme Court.
What if my spouse and I live in different NY counties?
You can file in either spouse's county of residence. If one of you lives in Staten Island and the other elsewhere in NY, you can choose which courthouse to file at. Many clients prefer the courthouse with the shorter wait times.
Do you cover other NY counties besides Staten Island?
Yes. Our service covers all 62 NY counties. We have dedicated information for Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan, Bronx, Staten Island, Westchester, Nassau, and Suffolk counties on our site, plus general service for any other NY county.

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