Reviewed August 2026
Forms in Connecticut
Connecticut relies on standardized, numbered Judicial Branch forms for divorce paperwork, not attorney-drafted pleadings. That sets it apart from states where the complaint gets drafted individually. The core document is JD-FM-159, Divorce Complaint (Dissolution of Marriage), citing Connecticut General Statutes Sections 46b-40, 46b-45, 46b-56c, and 46b-84. Connecticut also runs a separate nonadversarial track for spouses who agree on everything. That track uses a different petition, JD-FM-242, Joint Petition, Nonadversarial Divorce (Dissolution of Marriage). Which track applies determines which Connecticut divorce forms you file first.
Virdix's document-preparation product currently prepares divorce paperwork for California and Florida cases. This page explains how forms works under Connecticut law for people researching before they file. It is not legal advice, and Virdix does not prepare or file Connecticut paperwork. See how Virdix works for California divorces.
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Where Connecticut's official forms live
The Connecticut Judicial Branch publishes its family law forms through its statewide forms portal. The Judicial Branch's family FAQ page at jud.ct.gov/faq/family.htm walks through the divorce process and links to the relevant forms. Connecticut's numbered JD-FM series forms stay the same statewide, so the version you download applies no matter which Judicial District you file in.
The petition: JD-FM-159, or JD-FM-242 for the nonadversarial track
Most Connecticut divorces open with JD-FM-159, Divorce Complaint (Dissolution of Marriage). A parallel form, JD-FM-159A, covers dissolution of a civil union. Spouses who agree on every issue and both consent to the case can instead use the separate nonadversarial track, filing JD-FM-242, Joint Petition, Nonadversarial Divorce (Dissolution of Marriage). That petition follows its own simplified procedure under Connecticut law, rather than the standard contested or uncontested complaint process.
Financial disclosure: the Financial Affidavit
Connecticut divorce cases require each party to file a sworn Financial Affidavit disclosing income, expenses, assets, and liabilities. The Judicial Branch publishes short and long versions, depending on the parties' income and the complexity of the case. Check the Judicial Branch's forms portal directly for the current form numbers and version of the short and long Financial Affidavit before you file.
Forms for cases with children
Connecticut has adopted the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act. There's no confirmed, separately numbered UCCJEA jurisdictional affidavit distinct from the complaint; Connecticut may instead collect that jurisdictional information within the complaint or an accompanying case-management document. If your case involves children, check with the Judicial Branch's family forms portal or the clerk's office to see whether a standalone UCCJEA disclosure form applies.
E-filing, fee waivers, and self-help support
Connecticut runs one statewide e-filing system, not a county-by-county patchwork. E-filing is mandatory for attorneys and law firms without an exemption, on civil case types including family matters designated as e-filable. Self-represented parties may enroll in E-Services to file and view their case electronically, or keep filing on paper with the clerk. Connecticut's fee-waiver form is JD-FM-75, Application for Waiver of Fees, Payment of Costs, Appointment of Counsel, Family, filed under Connecticut General Statutes Sections 46b-160(d), 46b-231, and 52-259b, for anyone who cannot afford the filing fee. The Judicial Branch's family FAQ page at jud.ct.gov/faq/family.htm is the central self-help entry point for divorce forms and process questions.
Sources: Connecticut Judicial Branch, family law FAQ, Connecticut Judicial Branch web forms portal
Not independently confirmed
- Current form numbers for the short-form and long-form Financial Affidavit (not independently re-confirmed via live forms search)
- Whether a standalone, separately numbered statewide UCCJEA jurisdictional affidavit form exists apart from the complaint
Forms in Connecticut: frequently asked questions
What is Connecticut's official divorce complaint form called?+
JD-FM-159, Divorce Complaint (Dissolution of Marriage), is Connecticut's standard form for opening a divorce case; the Judicial Branch publishes it. A parallel form, JD-FM-159A, applies to dissolution of a civil union.
What is Connecticut's nonadversarial divorce track?+
It's a separate, simplified process for spouses who agree on everything and jointly consent to the divorce. It uses JD-FM-242, Joint Petition, Nonadversarial Divorce (Dissolution of Marriage), instead of the standard JD-FM-159 complaint, and follows its own procedure under Connecticut law.
What financial disclosure does Connecticut require in a divorce?+
Each party files a sworn Financial Affidavit disclosing income, expenses, assets, and liabilities. The Judicial Branch publishes it in short and long versions, depending on income and case complexity. Check the current form number and version directly on the Judicial Branch's forms portal before you file.
Does Connecticut have a UCCJEA form for divorces involving children?+
There's no confirmed, standalone, separately numbered UCCJEA jurisdictional affidavit. Connecticut may collect jurisdictional information about the children within the complaint or a related case-management document instead; check with the Judicial Branch or the clerk's office.
Can I e-file my Connecticut divorce forms myself?+
Yes. Connecticut runs one statewide e-filing system, and self-represented parties can enroll in E-Services to file and access their case electronically, or keep filing on paper with the clerk. E-filing stays optional for pro se parties but is mandatory for most attorneys.
How do I get my Connecticut filing fee waived?+
File JD-FM-75, Application for Waiver of Fees, Payment of Costs, Appointment of Counsel, Family, under Connecticut General Statutes Sections 46b-160(d), 46b-231, and 52-259b. The Connecticut Judicial Branch publishes it specifically for family matters.
This page is general information about forms in Connecticut, not legal advice for your situation. Laws, fees, and procedures change over time; confirm current details with Connecticut's own courts before relying on anything here. Virdix is not a law firm and is not licensed to practice law in Connecticut. Virdix does not prepare or file Connecticut divorce paperwork. It is not a substitute for an attorney licensed in Connecticut.
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