Overview
The New York State Unified Court System offers free instruction booklets and forms for people starting a divorce.
Before you use the booklets and forms, we strongly suggest that you give serious thought to using a lawyer for your divorce, even if you believe that your divorce will be "uncontested" (i.e., your spouse will not oppose the divorce in any way). There can be a lot more to think about than just ending the marriage and filling out court papers. (For example, there may be property to divide between you and your spouse, or you may need an Order of Protection and/or child support and other financial support, among other things).
If you are unsure how to find a lawyer, see Finding A Lawyer for help.
Contested Divorce Forms
Official Statewide Forms:
- For attorneys and self-represented litigants
- Valid throughout New York State
- Required by Court Rules
| Form Name |
|---|
| Equitable Distribution Worksheet Eff. 12/01/25 (see 22 NYCRR 202.16(h)) |
| Short Form Financial Statement Eff. 01/01/26 (see 22 NYCRR 202.16(p)) |
| Net Worth Statement Eff. 01/01/26 |
| Preliminary Conference Order Eff. 3/1/26 |
| SC-1 Temporary Order of Protection (Supreme Court) |
| SC-2 Order of Protection (Supreme Court) |
| SC-3 Firearms Seizure Order (Supreme Court) |
Forms For Privately Paid Attorneys for the Child (formerly known as Law Guardians) in the 1st, 2nd, and 4th Departments.