District of Columbia is an equitable distribution state, meaning marital assets are divided fairly but not necessarily equally.

District of Columbia is a no-fault divorce state, meaning you don't need to prove wrongdoing to file. There is a mandatory 180-day waiting period before a divorce can be finalized.

The average attorney rate in District of Columbia is $375 per hour. An uncontested divorce typically costs $2,500 to $7,000, while a contested divorce can range from $15,000 to $55,000.