Divorce Cost-Benefit Calculator

Is hiring an attorney worth it? Estimate your potential ROI.

Methodology: This calculator uses conservative assumptions based on industry surveys. Actual outcomes depend on your specific facts. Use it as a planning tool, not a prediction.

1. Total Marital Assets

Include home equity, retirement, investments, vehicles, businesses.

$50K$2M+
$300,000

2. % of Assets in Dispute

What portion is actually contested?

0%100%
50%

3. Case Complexity

4. County

5. Custom Fee (Optional)

Have a quote? Enter it to override default.

$

Self-Representation

Filing costs:$650
Estimated outcome:48% of disputed
Net Position:$71,350

With Attorney

Attorney fees:$5,000
Estimated outcome:50% of disputed
Net Position:$70,000

Estimated ROI

-$350
Based on these inputs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How accurate is this calculator?

This uses conservative assumptions. Actual outcomes depend on your facts, representation quality, and many variables. Treat it as a planning tool.

Why might representation improve outcomes?

Attorneys understand valuation, discovery, and negotiation. Self-represented parties sometimes overlook assets or accept unfavorable terms. Results vary.

When is self-representation reasonable?

For truly uncontested divorces with minimal assets, short marriages, no children, and full agreement. Even then, a document review can catch issues.

This calculator is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. No attorney-client relationship is created. ATTORNEY ADVERTISING.
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