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Divorce Resources for Saint John

New Brunswick

Divorce law information and resources for Saint John.

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Key Facts

Divorce in Saint John: Key Facts

Filing fee (New Brunswick)
$100
Residency requirement
12 months
Grounds
No-fault and fault-based
Property division
Equitable distribution

Filing rules and fees are set by New Brunswick law and apply throughout Saint John. Verify current amounts with the court. See the full New Brunswick divorce guide.

New Brunswick Divorce Laws

Learn about grounds, residency requirements, property division, and more.

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Saint John Divorce FAQs

What is the residency requirement to file for divorce in New Brunswick?

At least one spouse must have lived in New Brunswick for 12 months before filing for divorce. This requirement is set by province law and applies throughout the province, including Saint John.

How much does it cost to file for divorce in Saint John?

The court filing fee for a divorce in New Brunswick is $100. Fee waivers may be available for filers who cannot afford the fee — ask the court clerk about the waiver process. Beyond the filing fee, the median total cost of an uncontested divorce in New Brunswick is about $1,650 (2020 data).

Does New Brunswick allow no-fault divorce?

Yes. New Brunswick allows no-fault divorce, and fault-based grounds are also available in some cases. Most divorces proceed on no-fault grounds.

How is property divided in a New Brunswick divorce?

New Brunswick uses equitable distribution: marital property is divided based on what the court finds fair in the circumstances of each case, which is not always an equal split.

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Mosher Chedore

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