Real numbers for Vermont — 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
However complicated the details get, nearly every Vermont divorce follows the same underlying sequence:
This outline is meant as general orientation, not a substitute for legal advice — check with a Vermont family law attorney or your courthouse's self-help center for the forms specific to your case.
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Calculate My Vermont Divorce Cost →The cost of divorce in Vermont ranges from roughly $2,520 for a simple uncontested case to $28,000 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.
Vermont requires a 6-month separation period for no-fault divorce and has a 6-month waiting period after filing.
| Divorce Type | Low Estimate | Typical | High Estimate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uncontested, no children | $90 | $720 | $4,200 |
| Uncontested with children | $2,520 | $4,200 | $6,300 |
| Contested, no trial | $9,625 | $17,500 | $28,000 |
| Contested, goes to trial | $28,000 | $33,250 | $50,000+ |
| Savings going uncontested | Up to $13,300 per spouse | ||
The court filing fee in Vermont 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: $90 statewide — among the lowest in New England
| Chittenden County (Burlington) | $90 |
| Washington County (Montpelier) | $90 |
| Rutland County | $90 |
Divorce attorney hourly rates in Vermont average $220 per hour.
A Burlington couple using Vermont's mutual consent route would spend $295 in filing fees and $2,000–$4,500 in attorney costs — total around $2,400–$5,000 for an uncontested divorce.
How much does a divorce cost in Vermont?
An uncontested divorce in Vermont typically costs $4,200–$6,300 including the $90 filing fee. A contested divorce averages $17,500–$28,000 per spouse depending on attorney hours and complexity.
Does Vermont have a waiting period for divorce?
Vermont has no waiting period for mutual consent divorce. If using the separation ground, 6 months of living apart is required.
Is Vermont a no-fault divorce state?
Yes. Vermont allows no-fault divorce on grounds of irreconcilable differences or 6 months of separation.
How is property divided in Vermont?
Vermont uses equitable distribution. Courts divide marital property fairly based on contributions, length of marriage, and each spouse's economic circumstances.
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Open Vermont Calculator →Filing fees based on Vermont court records as of July 2026. This is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice.