Connecticut Dissolution of Marriage Filing Fees and Costs (2026)
Connecticut's Superior Court filing fee for dissolution is a flat $350 statewide. Additional costs include the state marshal service fee, and if children are involved, the mandatory Parenting Education Program.
Core Filing Costs
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Superior Court filing fee | $350 (flat — statewide) |
| State marshal service fee | $40–$100 |
| Certified copies of Judgment | $10–$25 per copy |
| Town Clerk deed recording fee | $60–$200 per document (CT deed recording is per-page + flat fee) |
Statewide Filing Fee
Unlike many states where fees vary by county, Connecticut charges a flat $350 Superior Court filing fee for dissolution of marriage statewide.
State Marshal Fee
Connecticut state marshals set their own fees. Typical service fee: $40–$100 for standard in-state service. More expensive for long-distance service. Contact the marshal in advance for their fee schedule.
Find Connecticut state marshals at: jud.ct.gov (Marshal directory).
Fee Waiver — Application for Waiver of Fees
Connecticut waives filing fees for qualifying low-income filers.
How to apply:
- Complete the Application for Waiver of Fees (JD-FM-75 or equivalent)
- File with the Complaint
- Judge reviews financial information
- If approved: filing fee waived; may also cover some service costs
Eligibility: Income at or below 125% of the federal poverty level; receipt of public assistance.
Parenting Education Program (If Children)
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Parenting Education Program (each parent) | $150–$175 per parent |
| Both parents combined | $300–$350 |
| Online options | Available — typically lower cost |
This is mandatory when minor children are involved. Both parents must complete the program.
Ancillary Costs
| Item | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|
| QDRO — employer retirement plan | $500–$2,000 per plan |
| Property appraisal | $400–$800 |
| Business valuation | $3,000–$15,000 |
| Deed preparation | $200–$600 |
| Town Clerk deed recording | $60–$200 per document |
| Mediator | $200–$500/hour |
Total Cost Estimates
| Scenario | Estimated Total |
|---|---|
| Agreed, no children, no real estate/retirement | $500–$900 |
| Agreed, with children (PEP included) | $900–$1,500 |
| With real estate | $1,000–$2,500 |
| With employer retirement (QDRO) | $1,000–$3,000 |
| Contested | $10,000–$100,000+ |
Last reviewed: March 2026 | $350 flat filing fee statewide | State marshal $40–$100 | Parenting Education Program mandatory with children | Town Clerk for deed recording
SoLongSoulmate.com Editorial Team
Researched using official state court websites and verified legal aid resources. Filing fees and procedures verified June 2026. General legal information only — not legal advice.
Last reviewed: March 2026 · Verify current fees and forms with your local court before filing.