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District of Columbia Divorce Guide

Everything you need to know about filing for divorce in District of Columbia. Residency requirements, court processes, support calculations, and more.

Overview

Residency Requirement

6 months

Separation Period

180 days

Grounds for Divorce

No-Fault Only

Filing Process

Court System

Superior Court

Filing Fees

$120-$150

Key Steps

6 guided steps

Support & Custody

Support Calculation Method

Income Shares Model

District of Columbia uses the income shares model to determine child support obligations. Key factors include each parent's income, number of children, healthcare costs, and childcare expenses.

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