North Dakota Divorce Cost Calculator
Estimate the real cost of divorce in North Dakota — 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 North Dakota 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 North Dakota
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 North Dakota's average family-law rate of ~$324/hour, every disputed issue adds hours quickly. Note that North Dakota 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 North Dakota?
The court filing fee in North Dakota is typically around $80 (Lowest filing fee in the nation at $80.). Fee waivers are generally available for filers who can't afford it.
How much does a divorce lawyer cost in North Dakota?
Family-law attorneys in North Dakota average around $324/hour. Uncontested divorces typically run $1,000–$3,000 total; contested divorces $8,100–$17,400 or more.
How long do I have to live in North Dakota before filing?
North Dakota requires 6 months of residency before filing for divorce.
What's the cheapest way to get divorced in North Dakota?
An uncontested DIY filing: agree on everything, use the court's forms (many North Dakota courts provide self-help packets), and pay only the filing fee (~$80). 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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