Real numbers for New Hampshire — filing fees, attorney rates, contested vs. uncontested costs, county breakdowns, and what you can do to reduce your total.
✓ Filing fee and waiting period verified against current state statutes · Updated August 2026
The paperwork and terminology differ from state to state, but a New Hampshire divorce generally moves through the same five stages:
This is a general roadmap, not legal advice specific to your case — your county's self-help center or a licensed New Hampshire family law attorney can walk you through the exact forms you'll need.
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Calculate My New Hampshire Divorce Cost →The cost of divorce in New Hampshire ranges from roughly $3,000 for a simple uncontested case to $32,000 or more for a contested divorce that goes to trial. The single biggest factor is not the state — it is how much you and your spouse disagree.
New Hampshire has no mandatory waiting period. It is one of only a few states where the process can theoretically complete in under 60 days.
| Divorce Type | Low Estimate | Typical | High Estimate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uncontested, no children | $250 | $1,000 | $5,000 |
| Uncontested with children | $3,000 | $5,000 | $7,500 |
| Contested, no trial | $11,000 | $20,000 | $32,000 |
| Contested, goes to trial | $32,000 | $38,000 | $50,000+ |
| Savings going uncontested | Up to $15,000 per spouse | ||
The court filing fee in New Hampshire is paid when you submit your divorce petition to the court. This is a fixed, unavoidable cost regardless of whether your divorce is contested or uncontested.
Filing fee note: $250 statewide
| Hillsborough County (Manchester/Nashua) | $250 |
| Rockingham | $250 |
| Merrimack (Concord) | $250 |
Divorce attorney hourly rates in New Hampshire average $240 per hour.
A Manchester couple with no children going through an uncontested divorce would spend $250 in filing fees and $2,000–$4,000 in attorney costs — total around $2,300–$4,500.
How much does a divorce cost in New Hampshire?
An uncontested divorce in New Hampshire typically costs $5,000–$7,500 including the $250 filing fee. A contested divorce averages $20,000–$32,000 per spouse depending on attorney hours and complexity.
Does New Hampshire have a waiting period for divorce?
No. New Hampshire has no mandatory waiting period.
Is New Hampshire a no-fault divorce state?
Yes. New Hampshire allows no-fault divorce on grounds of irreconcilable differences.
How is property divided in New Hampshire?
New Hampshire uses equitable distribution. Courts divide marital property fairly based on contributions, length of marriage, and each spouse's future financial needs.
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Open New Hampshire Calculator →Filing fees based on New Hampshire court records as of July 2026. This is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice.