A divorce for $79, not $15,000. Guided every step.
Limited time, regularly $349. We fill in the court papers and show you where to turn them in and what's next.
Built with licensed family law attorneys
Built with licensed family law attorneys$79 for a limited time (reg. $349). Court fees separate.
Here's everything Virdix does for you, start to finish.
Virdix walks you through every step of your case, from the first question to the day it's done. In this case, the first paper was ready in about 15 minutes and the full packet in about an hour.
Based on a real Virdix case in Orange County. Names and details changed.Your court papers, filled in from your answers
Answer easy questions in English or Spanish. Virdix fills in every official paper your case needs, ready to download the moment you finish. Here, six papers were ready in about an hour.
Your agreements and your side of the story, on paper
Agree on custody and property? Virdix turns your answers into your parenting plan and marital settlement agreement. Want to explain something to the judge? Virdix helps you put it into a clear declaration.
Parenting plan: Ava
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Renee
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Exchanges Friday at 6:00 PM. Holidays alternate each year.
DECLARATION OF RENEE WHITFIELD
Ava has lived in Orange County with me since she was born.
MARITAL SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT
Renee keeps the 2018 Subaru. Colin keeps his retirement account.
Your courthouse, your fee, your hours
Know exactly where to go. Virdix gives you your county's family law courthouse, the clerk's hours, and the filing fee. If money is tight, Virdix shows you how to request a fee waiver.
Where to file
Lamoreaux Justice Center
341 The City Drive South, Orange, CA 92868-3205
- Open
- Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
- Filing fee
- $435
- Family law phone
- (657) 622-8457
Papers delivered to your spouse the right way
The court needs proof your spouse got a copy. Virdix shows you who can deliver it, what to hand over, and fills in the proof paper for you.
Who can deliver them
- Any adult, 18 or older, who is not you
- They hand your spouse the papers in person
- They fill in the proof paper, and you file it
FL-115 PROOF OF SERVICE
Served on October 3, 2026 by Kim Alvarez
A heads-up before every deadline
Add your dates and Virdix emails you before each one, so you stay on track while life keeps happening.
Virdix
Your financial disclosures are due in 7 days
To: Renee Whitfield
Your disclosures are ready to review in your case. Here's what to do before the due date.
Stuck on a step? Ask your case manager
A real person answers your questions about the steps, your papers, and where things go. Help is always one message away. Call or text (888) 486-3408
Always know what's next
Your case page shows what's done, what's due, and what comes next, from your financial disclosures to your final papers.
Your case
- Court papersDone
- Filed at courtDone, September 21
- Papers deliveredDone, October 3
- Financial disclosuresDue December 3
- Final papersNext
The courthouse details above are real Orange County details. Virdix has the same for all 58 California counties. Names and details are changed to protect privacy.
Let's get your affordable divorce filing started today.
Answer a few questions about your case, including whether you qualify for a fee waiver. Your court forms build themselves as you go, and you see page one of your first document before you pay.
Get startedRejected by the clerk? We fix it until it's accepted. Learn more
What we do
Everything you need for an affordable divorce is on Virdix.
You answer plain questions. Virdix completes the official forms your case needs, checks them the way a clerk would, and tells you where to file in your county. Then we show you what comes next.
About your children
Do you and the other parent have minor children together?
Why people choose Virdix
One flat price, upfront
Answer the first questions and see page one of your first document. $79 once for your whole case ($349 after October 31). Flat pricing instead of retainers and hourly billing.
Your filing fee can be $0
If you qualify, form FW-001 waives the court's filing fee entirely, based on your income or the public benefits you receive. Virdix prepares that request alongside the rest of your case, at no added cost.
Documents ready instantly
Your forms are produced automatically as you answer. No waiting days for someone to prepare them, no mail, nothing to chase.
Fewer costly mistakes
A rejected filing costs you time and, in some cases, a second filing fee. Virdix's guided questions are built to catch what a blank PDF won't.
All 58 California counties
Filing instructions matched to your county's Superior Court, so you're never guessing which method your court accepts.
Rejected by the clerk? We fix it until it's accepted
If a court clerk rejects a document we prepared, we fix it until it's accepted.
A case manager, included.
A real person answers your questions about the process, your papers, and filing. Call or text (888) 486-3408
Compare your options
Three ways to pay for your divorce
- One flat $79 limited-time price ($349 after October 31)
- Fee waiver request (FW-001) prepared at no extra cost
- Documents produced instantly as you answer
- County-matched filing instructions for all 58 counties
$79One payment for your whole case.
Other online services
- Flat fees often run $239 to $3,000 or more
- Days, sometimes a week, before your forms come back
- Add-on fees for forms other services don't include
- No fee waiver help included
$239 to $3,000+Typical published rates for Legal Document Assistants and online document preparers.
Traditional attorney
- Retainers up front, then hourly billing
- Conflict escalates through opposing attorneys
- Scheduling delays can stretch for months
- You wait on someone else for every document
$5,000+Attorney-represented California family law cases commonly run $5,000 to $15,000.
File for divorce without the $15,000 attorney.
Cost questions
What is the cheapest way to get divorced in California?+
The lowest cost path is preparing your own paperwork and paying only the court's filing fee, generally $435 to $450 depending on the county, or $0 if you qualify for a fee waiver on form FW-001. A guided tool like Virdix keeps that cost low at a one time $79 limited-time price while reducing the risk of a rejected filing that costs you time and, in some cases, extra fees to refile.
Can I get a fee waiver so my divorce costs nothing?+
The court filing fee can be waived if you qualify, using form FW-001. You generally qualify if you receive certain public benefits, your household income is at or below 200% of the federal poverty guidelines, or paying the fee would leave you unable to cover basic necessities. A waiver covers court fees; it does not cover a process server or other outside costs.
Is it cheaper to use self-help software than to prepare my own forms?+
Preparing your own forms with no paid help is the lowest upfront cost. The tradeoff is that mistakes or missing forms can lead to rejected filings, which cost time and sometimes additional fees to correct and refile. A guided platform like Virdix aims to keep the cost low while reducing that risk, since it fills out the official forms based on your answers rather than leaving you to interpret blank PDFs.
How much does a Legal Document Assistant cost compared to an attorney?+
Based on publicly available rate information, California Legal Document Assistants commonly charge $150 to $225 per hour, or flat fees from roughly $239 to $750 for simpler uncontested cases, up to $3,000 or more for fuller-service packages. Attorneys typically charge $5,000 to $15,000 for a full California divorce, and more for contested cases involving custody or complex property disputes.
Do I need a lawyer to keep my divorce affordable?+
No. California allows self-represented filers, so you are never required to hire an attorney to keep costs down. Virdix prepares your court forms, including your fee waiver request if you qualify, but is not a law firm and does not give legal advice.
Are there hidden costs in a cheap divorce?+
The most common additional costs are a process server if a friend or family member can't serve your spouse (roughly $40 to $150), and certified copies of your final judgment (roughly $25 to $50 each). Mediation, if you use it, and any attorney consultation fees are separate and vary. None of these are required in every case.
Where can I find low income divorce help in California?+
For low income divorce help california, start with the fee waiver on form FW-001, which can bring the court filing fee to $0 if you qualify. Every county Superior Court also runs a family law self-help center that helps self-represented filers complete forms at no cost, and Virdix's guided platform is free to start regardless of income.
What you're actually paying for
| Cost | Typical range | Required? |
|---|---|---|
| Court filing fee (Petition) | $435 to $450, or $0 with a fee waiver | Yes, unless waived |
| Response filing fee, if spouse responds | $435 to $450, or $0 with a fee waiver | Only if a Response is filed |
| Process server | $40 to $150 | Only if you can't use a friend or family member 18+ |
| Certified copies of judgment | $25 to $50 each | Only if you need certified copies |
| Legal Document Assistant | $150 to $225/hr, or $239 to $3,000+ flat fee | Optional |
| Attorney, full representation | $5,000 to $15,000, more if contested | Optional |
| Virdix guided platform | $79 limited-time price, $349 after October 31 | Optional |
Figures reflect publicly available rate information as of July 2026. County filing fees and LDA or attorney rates vary; confirm current numbers with your county court clerk or the professional directly before relying on them.
If the filing fee is the barrier, start with FW-001
A fee waiver can bring your court costs to $0. You generally qualify if any of the following apply:
Public benefits
You currently receive benefits such as Medi-Cal, CalWORKs, CalFresh, or SSI.
Low household income
Your household income is at or below 200% of the current federal poverty guidelines.
Can't cover basic needs
Paying the fee would leave you unable to afford housing, food, or utilities.
Virdix is self-help software, not a law firm, and does not provide legal advice. If your case involves domestic violence or you fear for your safety, call 911 or the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233.