What Is The Real Cost Of A Divorce?
Uncomplicated Divorce
2 lawyers at $5000 retainer plus additional expert and court expenses $2000 =
$12,000 = Food for one year for a family of four
Divorce with some complications
2 lawyers at $20,000 each plus additional expert and court expenses $4000=
$44,000 = Four-year college tuition, room and board at an in-state college
Divorce going to trial
2 lawyers at $70,000+ each plus additional expert & court expenses $20,000=
$160,000 = Four year college tuition, room and board at an Ivy League college