There are two main fees in a Chicago divorce: attorney fees and court fees. Your attorney fees will depend on the attorney you choose and the circumstances of your divorce. Court fees are set by the County.
Residents of Cook County can expect the following fees when filing for divorce:
$337 filing fee for opening a new divorce case
$206 fee to respond if your spouse has filed for divorce
$60 fee to have the Sherriff serve the divorce papers to your spouse
$60 request for petitions to modify, terminate or enforce judgments for child support or spousal support
$25 Parenting Education Class fee
$50 transcript fee
$60 fee to file a Motion, Cross-Motion or Order to Show Cause.