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Collaborative Divorce in Connecticut

How collaborative divorce works in Connecticut. Process, costs, and when it's the right choice. Connecticut follows equitable distribution.

Property Type

Equitable

Filing Fee

$360

Median Cost

$12,000–$50,000

Annual Divorces

12,000+

Understanding Collaborative Divorce in Connecticut

To file for divorce in Connecticut, you must meet Connecticut’s residency requirement of 12 months. The filing fee is $360. There is a mandatory waiting period of 90 days before the divorce can be finalized.

Connecticut allows both no-fault and fault-based divorce. Fault grounds include: Adultery, Fraudulent contract, Desertion, Habitual intemperance, Cruel treatment, Imprisonment. Filing on fault grounds may affect property division or alimony awards.

An uncontested divorce in Connecticut typically costs $12,000 and takes 2–4 months. Contested cases average $50,000 and can take 12–18 months or longer. The governing statute is Conn. Gen. Stat. §46b-40.

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Common Questions

How long do you have to live in Connecticut to file for divorce?
Connecticut requires 12 months of residency before you can file for divorce. Conn. Gen. Stat. §46b-40 governs the filing requirements.
Is Connecticut a community property or equitable distribution state?
Connecticut follows equitable distribution rules, meaning the court divides marital assets fairly but not necessarily equally.
How much does a divorce cost in Connecticut?
Filing fees in Connecticut range from $360. The median total cost is approximately $12,000 for uncontested divorces and $50,000 for contested cases.
How long does a divorce take in Connecticut?
Connecticut has a mandatory waiting period of 90 days. Uncontested divorces typically finalize in 2–4 months, while contested cases can take 12–18 months or longer.
How is child support calculated in Connecticut?
Connecticut uses the Income Shares model, based on both parents' combined income. The formula considers both parents' incomes, number of children, health insurance costs, and childcare expenses.

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This page provides general information about collaborative divorce in Connecticut and is not legal advice. Verify current statutes with Conn. Gen. Stat. §46b-40 or consult a licensed Connecticut attorney. Last reviewed March 2026.