Yukon Divorce Cost Estimator

A divorce in Yukon costs between CAD $400 and $1,500 for an uncontested case, including the $180 filing fee, process server fees, and notarization costs. Contested divorces with legal representation typically cost CAD $8,000–$25,000 or more depending on complexity. Free resources like the Family Law Information Centre and government-funded mediation can significantly reduce total expenses.

The filing fee for a divorce application at the Supreme Court of Yukon is CAD $180 as listed in Appendix C of the Supreme Court Rules. This fee applies whether you file a sole or joint application. Additional court fees may apply for motions and the Certificate of Divorce. Contact the Supreme Court Registry in Whitehorse or FLIC at 867-456-6721 to confirm current fees.

Yukon family law attorneys typically charge CAD $250–$350 per hour plus GST, with retainer deposits ranging from CAD $2,500–$7,500 depending on case complexity. An uncontested divorce with legal representation may cost CAD $2,000–$4,000 in legal fees alone. The Law Society of Yukon offers a Lawyer Referral Service to help you find and compare practitioners.

Yukon does not offer a formal fee waiver program for the CAD $180 court filing fee. However, Yukon Legal Aid through the Yukon Legal Services Society covers some family law matters including custody, access, and child support for income-eligible applicants. Legal Aid generally does not cover divorce proceedings or property division, though exceptions may be made in specific circumstances.

Mediation is not mandatory for all divorces in Yukon, though a judge may order it in specific cases. The Yukon Family Mediation Service provides completely free government-funded mediation for separating or divorcing families, funded by the Canadian Family Justice Fund. The service has helped over 200 families since 2018. Contact them at family.mediation@yukon.ca or 867-456-6721.

An uncontested divorce in Yukon costs approximately CAD $400–$1,500 when handled without a lawyer, covering the $180 filing fee, process server fees ($75–$150), and notarization costs ($25–$50 per document). With legal representation, expect CAD $2,000–$4,000 in additional attorney fees. The Family Law Information Centre offers free help with forms and procedures to keep costs low.

Beyond the CAD $180 filing fee, Yukon divorce costs include process server fees ($75–$150), notarization of affidavits ($25–$50 each), real estate appraisals ($300–$500), business valuations ($2,000–$10,000), pension valuations for CPP credit splitting, and actuarial reports. Parenting courses are free in Yukon, but private assessments such as custody evaluations can cost CAD $5,000–$15,000.

Yes, many Yukon residents complete uncontested divorces without an attorney using free resources. The Family Law Information Centre (FLIC) in Whitehorse provides free help with required forms including Statement of Claim (Form 91), Financial Statement (Form 94), and Affidavit for Divorce Order (Form 97). FLIC also offers free workshops and the Yukon Family Mediation Service is available at no cost.