Family Law Resources

Filing for Divorce in Maine

Residency Requirements

At least one spouse must have been a Maine resident for at least 6 months before filing.

Waiting Period

60 days after service before divorce can be finalized.

Grounds

Maine is a no-fault state: irreconcilable marital differences.

Family Courts in Maine

Family law cases are heard in District Court.

Court Structure

• 16 counties


• Multiple District Court locations

Family Division

Some courts have dedicated Family Division calendars.

Filing Fees in Maine

Fee Schedule

• Divorce with children: $140


• Divorce without children: $120

Fee Waiver

Application for Waiver of Filing and Service Fees available.

Free Legal Resources in Maine

Pine Tree Legal Assistance

• Website: ptla.org


• Phone: 207-774-8211

Online Resources

• Maine Free Legal Answers: maine.freelegalanswers.org


• Maine Courts: courts.maine.gov

Maine's Unique Family Law Features

Parental Rights and Responsibilities

Maine uses "parental rights and responsibilities" terminology.

No-Fault Only

Maine is a pure no-fault state.

Low Filing Fees

Maine has some of the lowest divorce filing fees in the country.