Where do I file for divorce if I live in Westchester?
Divorce filings for Westchester residents are made at Westchester County Supreme Court, located at 111 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, White Plains, NY 10601. 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 Westchester County Supreme Court?
No. For uncontested divorces in Westchester, 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 Westchester 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 Westchester?
Uncontested divorces in Westchester 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 Westchester 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 Westchester 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 Westchester?
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.