One of the purposes of the divorce law is to protect and preserve the family, especially where there are children. So in many cases, the court can order counseling if either party requests it. Counseling will not generally delay or prevent the divorce. Some courts also require the parties to attend a seminar about how to help children deal with divorce. The costs of a divorce vary.
Every court charges for bringing a divorce action.
There are additional costs where there must be hearings about alimony, support, or marital property. These costs can be very high. Private attorneys also charge fees, which can vary widely. A person who cannot afford to pay court costs can ask the court to be excused from paying them. The court should grant the request if the person has a low income and little money to pay court costs.