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Divorce Costs in Connecticut
Equitable Distribution • No-Fault & Fault-Based
Filing Fee
$360
Avg. Attorney Rate
$325/hr
Timeline
6 months
Waiting Period
90 days
Property Division
Equitable Distribution
Fault Type
No-Fault & Fault-Based
Key Cost Factors
Uncontested Range$2,000 — $6,000
Contested Range$15,000 — $50,000
State Overview
Connecticut is an equitable distribution state, meaning marital assets are divided fairly but not necessarily equally.
Connecticut allows both no-fault and fault-based divorce grounds. There is a mandatory 90-day waiting period before a divorce can be finalized.
The average attorney rate in Connecticut is $325 per hour. An uncontested divorce typically costs $2,000 to $6,000, while a contested divorce can range from $15,000 to $50,000.
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