Real numbers for New York — filing fees, attorney rates, contested vs. uncontested costs, county breakdowns, and what you can do to reduce your total.
✓ Filing fees verified against New York court records · Updated July 2026
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Calculate My New York Divorce Cost →The cost of divorce in New York ranges from roughly $4,200 for a simple uncontested case to $60,800 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 York City has the highest average attorney rates in the US — $350–$600/hour. Attorney fees in upstate NY are significantly lower at $200–$350/hour.
| Divorce Type | Low Estimate | Typical | High Estimate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uncontested, no children | $280 | $1,330 | $7,000 |
| Uncontested with children | $4,200 | $7,000 | $10,500 |
| Contested, no trial | $20,900 | $38,000 | $60,800 |
| Contested, goes to trial | $60,800 | $72,200 | $50,000+ |
| Savings going uncontested | Up to $31,000 per spouse | ||
The court filing fee in New York 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: $210 NYC; $280 varies by county
| New York City (all 5 boroughs) | $210 |
| Nassau County | $210 |
| Suffolk | $210 |
| Westchester | $210 |
| Erie (Buffalo) | $210 |
| Albany | $210 |
Divorce attorney hourly rates in New York average $420 per hour.
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Open New York Calculator →Filing fees based on New York court records as of July 2026. This is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice.