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To obtain a copy of a Divorce Decree or Dissolution of Civil Union Decree, contact the CT Superior Court where the divorce or dissolution was granted (see Directory of Connecticut Superior Courts).

This is the least expensive form of divorce in CT. Total cost usually ranges between $1,500 and $6,000 and occasionally more if cases are more complex. This total cost is split between the spouses. You may incur additional costs if you need other professionals to help you settle marital financial issues.

Agreement on the Reason for Your Divorce One of the grounds for divorce in Connecticut is that your marriage is "irretrievably" broken, meaning there's no reasonable chance of getting back together. The easiest and quickest way to get an uncontested divorce is to agree with your spouse on this reason.

Fill out the following forms: The Summons Family Actions (JD-FM-3) The Divorce Complaint (Dissolution of Marriage) (JD-FM-159) or, if you are filing to dissolve a civil union, not a marriage, the Dissolution of Civil Union Complaint (JD-FM-159A) The Notice of Automatic Court Orders (JD-FM-158)

If you cannot afford the court fees to file for a divorce: You can also ask the court to waive the fees by filing an Application For Waiver Of Fees/Payment Of Costs/Appointment Of Counsel - Family (JD-FM-75) form to show the court why you cannot afford to pay.

Connecticut has a mandatory waiting period before a judge may sign your final divorce decree. The minimum wait time depends on the type of divorce you're seeking. If you and your spouse file for a "non-adversarial" divorce, you may finalize your divorce after 30 days from when you signed the joint petition.