Frequently Asked Questions

DivorceEdgePro is an AI-powered platform that helps you navigate the divorce process without expensive attorney fees. Our platform provides three main services:

• Divorce Calculator: Estimates alimony, child support, and asset division based on your specific situation and state laws.
• AI-Generated Legal Documents: Creates legally compliant divorce papers, agreements, and forms customized to your state's requirements.
• Mediation Services: Connects you with licensed mediators who can help resolve disputes online at a fraction of traditional legal costs.

Our AI technology analyzes thousands of legal cases and state-specific laws to provide guidance that's accurate and personalized to your situation, potentially saving you $10,000+ compared to hiring traditional attorneys.

The average cost of a traditional divorce with attorneys ranges from $15,000 to $40,000+ per couple, with contested divorces often exceeding $50,000. By using DivorceEdgePro's AI-powered tools and services, most users save 80-90% of these costs.

Our packages range from $49 to $299, compared to attorney retainers that typically start at $3,000-$5,000 per person. Even with our Premium package and optional mediation services, most users complete their entire divorce process for under $1,000 total.

Beyond direct costs, our streamlined process also saves you time and reduces emotional stress by minimizing contentious back-and-forth between attorneys, which often drives up billable hours.

DivorceEdgePro works best for couples who:

• Are willing to cooperate and communicate during the divorce process
• Want to save significant money on legal fees
• Prefer a private process versus public court battles
• Want to maintain more control over their divorce outcome

Our services are suitable for both simple and complex situations, including cases with children, significant assets, or retirement accounts. However, DivorceEdgePro may not be ideal if:

• There is a history of domestic violence or abuse
• One spouse is completely uncooperative or hiding assets
• There are complex international assets or custody arrangements
• You have exceptionally complex business valuation needs

If you're unsure, start with our free calculator assessment, which will help determine if our services are a good fit for your specific situation.

We offer three main pricing plans:

Starter Plan ($49):

• Basic divorce documents
• State-specific forms
• Document preview capability
• Email support

Pro Plan ($129) - Most Popular:

• All divorce documents and postnuptial agreement builder
• AI coaching assistant
• One free consultation credit
• Secure document storage
• Email and chat support

Premium Plan ($299):

• Everything in the Pro plan
• Mediation scheduling
• Co-parenting planner tools
• Monthly legal consultation access
• Priority support
• Unlimited document updates for one year

All plans are one-time payments, not subscriptions, and include access to your documents for 12 months. Court filing fees are not included as these vary by county and state.

DivorceEdgePro is committed to transparent pricing with no hidden fees. The plan price you see is what you pay for our services. However, there are a few external costs to be aware of:

• Court Filing Fees: These vary by county and state, typically ranging from $100-$500, and are paid directly to your local court.
• Process Server Fees: If required in your state, typically $50-$100 if you don't serve the papers yourself.
• Notary Fees: Some documents may need notarization, usually $5-$15 per signature.
• Additional Mediation Hours: If you need more than the included mediation time, additional hours can be purchased at $99/hour.

We'll always clearly inform you about any potential external costs based on your specific situation and location before you proceed with filing.

Yes, we offer a satisfaction guarantee:

• 14-Day Money-Back Guarantee: If you're not satisfied with our service within 14 days of purchase and before filing any documents with the court, we'll issue a full refund.
• Document Accuracy Guarantee: If any of our documents are rejected by your local court due to formatting or content errors on our part (not due to incorrect information provided), we'll fix the issues free of charge and refund any additional court filing fees you incur.

To request a refund, simply contact our customer support team with your order details. Refunds are typically processed within 5-7 business days to your original payment method.

Note: Refunds are not available for mediation services that have already been scheduled or conducted, or if documents have already been filed with the court.

DivorceEdgePro provides all the documents required for your divorce based on your specific state and county requirements. The exact documents vary by location, but typically include:

• Petition/Complaint for Divorce: The initial filing that starts the divorce process
• Summons: Formal notice to your spouse about the divorce filing
• Financial Disclosure Forms: Documentation of assets, debts, income, and expenses
• Marital Settlement Agreement: Details how property, debts, and other issues will be divided
• Parenting Plan: Outlines custody, visitation, and child support arrangements (if applicable)
• Child Support Worksheets: Calculations based on state guidelines (if applicable)
• Final Decree/Judgment of Divorce: The document that officially ends your marriage

Our AI systems are updated regularly to reflect the latest forms and requirements for all 50 states. We also provide detailed filing instructions specific to your local court, including how many copies to make, filing order, and any county-specific requirements.

Yes, all documents generated by DivorceEdgePro are legally valid and comply with the specific requirements of your state and county. Our system includes:

• State-Specific Templates: Each document is based on the official forms required by your state's courts and updated regularly to reflect changes in legal requirements.
• Attorney Review: Our document templates are created and reviewed by licensed attorneys with expertise in family law for each state.
• Localized Customization: Documents are customized not just for your state, but for your specific county, as requirements can vary within states.

Our documents have been successfully used in all 50 states, and we guarantee that your documents will be accepted by the court or we'll fix any issues free of charge.

That said, DivorceEdgePro provides these documents as a self-help service; we are not a law firm and do not provide legal advice. For complex legal situations, we always recommend consulting with an attorney.

After completing your documents with DivorceEdgePro, you'll receive a detailed, step-by-step filing guide specific to your county. The general process includes:

1. Print Your Documents: Print the required number of copies (specified in your filing instructions).
2. Sign and Notarize: Sign all documents where indicated. Some documents may require notarization (we clearly mark these).
3. File with the Court: Take or mail the documents to your county courthouse's family law division or clerk's office. Many counties now also offer e-filing options, which we'll explain if available.
4. Pay Filing Fees: Pay the required filing fees to the court (fee amounts are included in your instructions).
5. Serve Your Spouse: Deliver a copy of the filed documents to your spouse according to your state's service requirements (methods vary by state).
6. File Proof of Service: Submit proof to the court that your spouse received the documents.
7. Follow Court Timeline: Adhere to waiting periods and court dates as required in your jurisdiction.

Our Pro and Premium plans include direct email support if you have questions during the filing process. Premium members also have access to our legal consultant network if more specific guidance is needed.

DivorceEdgePro's AI technology combines several advanced systems to provide reliable, accurate, and personalized divorce assistance:

• Legal Knowledge Base: Our AI is trained on a comprehensive database of divorce laws, precedents, and regulations from all 50 states, updated regularly to reflect legal changes.
• Document Generation Engine: Specialized algorithms create legally compliant documents tailored to your specific situation and local requirements.
• Case Analysis System: Our calculator uses statistical models derived from thousands of actual divorce settlements to provide realistic estimates for alimony, child support, and asset division.
• Natural Language Processing: Allows our systems to understand your inputs in plain English and translate them into legally appropriate language.

For reliability assurance, our AI tools undergo several quality control measures:

• Regular reviews by licensed attorneys specializing in family law
• Continuous validation against real court outcomes
• Quarterly updates to reflect changes in state laws and court procedures
• Accuracy testing against traditional legal document preparation

While our AI is highly sophisticated, we maintain transparency about its capabilities and limitations. In particularly complex scenarios, our system will recommend consultation with an attorney.

Our divorce calculator typically achieves 85-90% accuracy when compared to actual court outcomes, with several factors influencing its precision:

• State-Specific Algorithms: The calculator uses different formulas for each state to reflect local laws and typical judicial practices.
• Data-Driven Estimates: Calculations are based on analysis of thousands of actual divorce settlements and judgments.
• Regular Updates: The system is updated quarterly to incorporate recent court decisions and legislative changes.

The calculator is most accurate for:

• Child support calculations (90-95% accuracy) as these follow strict state guidelines
• Basic alimony estimates in states with established formulas
• Standard property division scenarios

Accuracy may be lower in situations involving:

• Highly unusual income arrangements or complex compensation structures
• Unique or exceptional assets (rare collectibles, intellectual property)
• Jurisdictions with highly discretionary judicial approaches

For maximum accuracy, provide complete and honest information. The calculator results should be considered educational estimates rather than guaranteed outcomes, as judges maintain discretion in all divorce matters.

The AI Coaching Assistant (available in Pro and Premium plans) is an interactive tool that provides personalized guidance throughout your divorce process:

• 24/7 Guidance: Answers questions about your specific divorce situation, document requirements, and filing procedures anytime you need help.
• Emotional Support: Offers coping strategies and communication tips based on proven psychological approaches to divorce recovery.
• Negotiation Coaching: Provides suggestions for fair compromise and effective communication with your spouse on contested issues.
• Decision Support: Helps you evaluate options for property division, parenting arrangements, and financial settlements based on your priorities.
• Document Assistance: Explains complex legal terminology and helps you understand what information is needed for each form.

The AI Coach is accessible through chat within your account dashboard. Unlike generic chatbots, it's aware of your specific case details, state laws, and progress in the divorce process, allowing for truly personalized assistance.

While the AI Coach provides valuable guidance, it doesn't replace legal advice for complex situations. For specific legal questions beyond its scope, Premium members can use their monthly legal consultation credits with our attorney network.

DivorceEdgePro provides document preparation, information, and tools that can eliminate or reduce the need for traditional legal representation in many divorce cases, but it's important to understand the distinctions:

• What We Are: A comprehensive divorce solution that provides document preparation, information about the divorce process, financial calculation tools, and mediation services.
• What We Are Not: A law firm offering legal representation or personalized legal advice.

For many couples with relatively straightforward situations and a willingness to cooperate, DivorceEdgePro can eliminate the need for full attorney representation, saving thousands of dollars. Our Premium plan even includes limited legal consultation for specific questions.

However, some situations may still benefit from attorney involvement:

• Cases involving abuse, manipulation, or significant power imbalances
• Very high net worth divorces with complex assets or business interests
• International custody disputes or unusual jurisdictional issues
• Situations where your spouse has hired an aggressive attorney

Many of our users take a hybrid approach—using DivorceEdgePro for document preparation and basic guidance while consulting with an attorney on an hourly basis for specific complex issues, which still results in significant cost savings compared to full representation.

If your spouse doesn't agree to the divorce or cooperate in the process, you can still proceed, though the timeline and process may change:

• No-Fault Divorce: All 50 states now allow no-fault divorce, meaning you don't need your spouse's consent to get divorced. The court cannot force you to stay married if you want to end the marriage.
• Default Judgment: If your spouse is properly served but doesn't respond within the timeframe required by your state (typically 20-30 days), you can request a default judgment granting the divorce on your terms.
• Contested Divorce: If your spouse actively contests the divorce or specific terms, the court will typically order mediation first. If mediation doesn't resolve the issues, a hearing or trial will be scheduled.

DivorceEdgePro can help in these situations by:

• Providing proper service of process instructions for your state
• Generating the additional documents needed for default or contested cases
• Offering mediation services that may help overcome objections
• Guiding you through the court procedures for contested divorces

For highly contentious cases where your spouse has hired an attorney and is aggressively fighting the divorce, we recommend at least consulting with an attorney yourself, even if you continue using our services for document preparation.

Retirement accounts and other complex assets can be divided in a divorce, and DivorceEdgePro provides the necessary documents and guidance:

• Qualified Retirement Plans (401(k)s, Pensions): These require a specialized court order called a Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO) to divide without tax penalties. Our Premium plan includes QDRO preparation, while other plans provide QDRO templates that can be completed with guidance from the retirement plan administrator.
• IRAs: These can be divided without a QDRO through a process called "transfer incident to divorce," which our system guides you through with the appropriate documentation.
• Stock Options and RSUs: Our document templates include specific language for dividing these assets, with valuation guidance provided by our calculator.
• Business Interests: For small businesses, our system helps create buy-out agreements or profit-sharing arrangements as part of the settlement.
• Real Estate: We provide deed preparation for property transfers, refinancing instructions, and buy-out agreement templates.

Our calculator helps estimate fair divisions of these assets based on acquisition dates, contribution amounts, and state laws regarding separate vs. marital property.

For highly complex asset situations (multiple businesses, international holdings, or assets exceeding $2 million), we recommend supplementing our services with specialized financial advice, which can still be more cost-effective than full attorney representation.

Child custody (now often called "parenting time" or "parental responsibility" in many states) and child support are important aspects of divorce that DivorceEdgePro helps navigate:

Child Custody/Parenting Arrangements:

• Our platform helps create detailed parenting plans covering regular schedules, holidays, education, healthcare decisions, and communication protocols.
• The Premium plan includes an interactive co-parenting calendar and scheduling tool.
• All plans provide state-specific custody guidelines and factors courts consider when evaluating parenting plans.
• Our AI coach offers co-parenting communication strategies and child-centered approaches to reduce conflict.

Child Support:

• Our calculator uses the official child support guidelines for your state, which may factor in both parents' incomes, the number of children, healthcare costs, childcare expenses, and the parenting time arrangement.
• We generate the required child support worksheets with accurate calculations based on your state's specific formula.
• The system explains potential deviations from guidelines for special circumstances (children with special needs, extraordinary educational expenses, etc.).
• For shared custody arrangements, we calculate support based on your state's adjustment formulas for split parenting time.

While courts give significant weight to agreements parents reach together, they must ultimately approve any custody and support arrangement as being in the "best interests of the child." Our system helps you create arrangements that courts are likely to approve by incorporating established standards and child-centered approaches.

Divorce mediation is a process where a neutral third party (the mediator) helps couples reach agreement on divorce issues without going to court. Through DivorceEdgePro, mediation works as follows:

1. Preparation: Before mediation begins, our AI system analyzes your case details and prepares a summary for the mediator, identifying areas of agreement and points that need resolution.
2. Scheduling: Premium members can schedule mediation sessions directly through our platform, selecting from available licensed mediators based on their expertise and schedule.
3. Virtual Sessions: Mediation takes place via secure video conferencing, allowing both spouses to participate from separate locations if preferred.
4. Guided Process: The mediator follows a structured approach, addressing one issue at a time, starting with simpler matters to build momentum toward resolving more complex issues.
5. Document Integration: Agreements reached during mediation are immediately incorporated into your divorce documents by our system.

Benefits of our mediation service include:

• Licensed mediators with family law backgrounds who understand legal requirements
• Typically 70-90% less expensive than attorney-driven negotiation
• Usually faster resolution than court processes (weeks vs. months or years)
• Higher satisfaction and compliance with agreements both parties helped create
• A more cooperative foundation for future interactions (especially important when co-parenting)

Mediation sessions are available in 90-minute blocks, with Premium plans including one session and additional sessions available for $199 each.

Proper preparation significantly increases the success rate of mediation. Here's how to prepare effectively:

Before the Session:

• Complete the Pre-Mediation Questionnaire: Our system will prompt you to identify your priorities, concerns, and ideal outcomes.
• Upload Financial Documents: Gather and upload recent tax returns, bank statements, property valuations, and income verification to your secure document portal.
• Consider Parenting Arrangements: If you have children, review our parenting plan templates and consider which schedules might work best for your family.
• Review Potential Compromises: Use our AI coaching tool to explore potential middle-ground positions on contested issues.
• Set Realistic Expectations: Successful mediation usually involves compromise from both parties. Review the educational materials we provide about typical outcomes in your state.

During the Session:

• Participate from a quiet, private location with reliable internet
• Stay focused on future solutions rather than past grievances
• Take breaks when emotions run high (mediators can facilitate this)
• Ask questions when you don't understand legal or financial implications
• Take notes or request that agreements be documented as you go

Our Premium plan includes a pre-mediation coaching session with our AI assistant, which walks you through customized preparation steps based on your specific situation and helps you practice constructive communication approaches.

If mediation doesn't result in complete agreement, you still have several options:

• Partial Agreements: Most couples reach agreement on some issues during mediation, even if not all. Our system documents these partial agreements, which can still be incorporated into your divorce, narrowing the scope of what needs to be decided by a court.
• Additional Mediation: Sometimes issues aren't resolved in a single session simply due to time constraints or the need to gather more information. You can schedule additional sessions to continue working through remaining issues.
• Cooling-Off Period: Our mediators may suggest taking a break from negotiations on particularly difficult issues, allowing emotions to settle before reconvening with fresh perspectives.
• Limited-Scope Attorney Consultation: For specific sticking points, consulting with an attorney on just that issue (rather than full representation) can provide clarity on likely court outcomes, which often helps break impasses.
• Court Decision: If agreement truly cannot be reached, the unresolved issues can be submitted to the court for decision. Our system helps prepare the necessary documentation to request a hearing on specific contested matters.

It's worth noting that approximately 85% of couples who attempt mediation through our platform reach agreement on all or most issues, often in just 1-2 sessions. Even when full agreement isn't reached, the process typically narrows disagreements significantly, saving substantial time and money compared to starting with fully contested litigation.

DivorceEdgePro employs multiple layers of security to protect your sensitive personal and financial information:

• Bank-Level Encryption: All data is protected with 256-bit AES encryption, the same standard used by major financial institutions.
• Secure Document Storage: Documents are stored in encrypted cloud storage with strict access controls.
• Privacy by Design: Our systems collect only the information necessary to complete your divorce documents and provide requested services.
• Two-Factor Authentication: Optional enhanced account security through SMS or authenticator app verification.
• SOC 2 Compliance: Our platform adheres to industry standards for handling sensitive data, with regular security audits.
• Limited Data Retention: Personal and financial information is automatically deleted 24 months after your divorce is completed (unless you request extended document storage).
• No Third-Party Data Sharing: We never sell or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.

Additional Privacy Features:

• Incognito mode option that leaves no browsing history on shared devices
• Auto-logout after periods of inactivity
• Ability to delete your account and all associated data at any time
• Optional anonymous payment methods for increased privacy

Your privacy is further protected by attorney-client privilege in any communications with our legal consultation network, and all mediators adhere to strict confidentiality requirements.