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401-458-5032. The Family Court offers a free court-based mediation program to assist parties in settling cases through a process that is fair, cooperative, and respectful. Mediation gives parties an opportunity to discuss issues, be heard, and work toward an agreement in a safe, private setting.

If you decide to represent yourself, pro se, you will be required to do exactly what an attorney would do. Consider spending time in court watching cases and going to a law library to research how to do a case. The clerks' office does have a written script for presenting your own divorce.

Where to File Your Rhode Island Divorce. You'll file in the family court in the county where you (the filing spouse) live. If you don't live in Rhode Island, you can file the complaint in Providence County or the county where your spouse (the "defendant") lives.

How much does a divorce cost in RI? Filing the necessary paperwork at your county courthouse costs around $250. If you can't afford this, the court may waive the filing fee depending on your income level. You can see if you qualify by filling out the necessary forms at your district court.

A miscellaneous petition or complaint for custody is filed by submitting to the family clerk the following documents: the complaint for custody, a dr6, the family services counseling form, the summons, and the filing fee. If you cannot pay the filing fee, you should file for in forma pauperis status.

An absolute divorce in Rhode Island and Providence Plantations pursuant to RI law cannot culminate with a final judgment of divorce until three months after the nominal court hearing.