Legal Services Costs in North Dakota
Verified cost ranges across cities in North Dakota
Legal Services Cost Comparison — North Dakota
Compare verified cost ranges across cities in North Dakota
Cost Comparison — Contested Divorce
Low
$2,295
Typical
$5,763
High
$9,230
Low
$2,085
Typical
$5,236
High
$8,387
Low
$2,089
Typical
$5,245
High
$8,401
Low
$1,989
Typical
$4,994
High
$7,999
Cost Comparison — Child Custody Agreement
Low
$3,005
Typical
$5,763
High
$8,520
Low
$2,731
Typical
$5,236
High
$7,742
Low
$2,735
Typical
$5,245
High
$7,755
Low
$2,604
Typical
$4,994
High
$7,383
Cost Comparison — Child Support Order
Low
$714
Typical
$1,330
High
$1,947
Low
$649
Typical
$1,209
High
$1,769
Low
$650
Typical
$1,211
High
$1,772
Low
$619
Typical
$1,153
High
$1,687
Cost Comparison — Landlord-Tenant Dispute
Low
$477
Typical
$1,266
High
$2,056
Low
$433
Typical
$1,151
High
$1,868
Low
$434
Typical
$1,153
High
$1,871
Low
$413
Typical
$1,097
High
$1,782
Cost Comparison — Simple Will Drafting
Low
$336
Typical
$644
High
$953
Low
$305
Typical
$585
High
$866
Low
$306
Typical
$586
High
$867
Low
$291
Typical
$558
High
$825
Cost Comparison — Revocable Living Trust
Low
$1,203
Typical
$2,105
High
$3,008
Low
$1,093
Typical
$1,913
High
$2,733
Low
$1,095
Typical
$1,916
High
$2,737
Low
$1,042
Typical
$1,824
High
$2,606
Cost Comparison — Probate Filing
Low
$1,903
Typical
$4,583
High
$7,263
Low
$1,729
Typical
$4,164
High
$6,599
Low
$1,732
Typical
$4,171
High
$6,610
Low
$1,649
Typical
$3,971
High
$6,294
Cost Comparison — Green Card Application
Low
$1,555
Typical
$2,734
High
$3,913
Low
$1,413
Typical
$2,484
High
$3,555
Low
$1,415
Typical
$2,488
High
$3,561
Low
$1,348
Typical
$2,369
High
$3,391
Cost Comparison — Citizenship & Naturalization
Low
$803
Typical
$1,379
High
$1,956
Low
$729
Typical
$1,253
High
$1,777
Low
$730
Typical
$1,255
High
$1,780
Low
$695
Typical
$1,195
High
$1,695
Cost Comparison — Prenuptial Agreement
Low
$878
Typical
$2,156
High
$3,435
Low
$797
Typical
$1,959
High
$3,121
Low
$799
Typical
$1,963
High
$3,127
Low
$760
Typical
$1,869
High
$2,977
Cost Comparison — DUI/DWI Defense
Low
$803
Typical
$2,358
High
$3,913
Low
$729
Typical
$2,142
High
$3,555
Low
$730
Typical
$2,146
High
$3,561
Low
$695
Typical
$2,043
High
$3,391
Cost Comparison — Misdemeanor Defense
Low
$2,003
Typical
$9,133
High
$16,263
Low
$1,820
Typical
$8,299
High
$14,778
Low
$1,823
Typical
$8,312
High
$14,802
Low
$1,735
Typical
$7,914
High
$14,093
Cost Comparison — Felony Defense
Low
$5,765
Typical
$16,658
High
$27,550
Low
$5,239
Typical
$15,137
High
$25,035
Low
$5,247
Typical
$15,162
High
$25,076
Low
$4,996
Typical
$14,435
High
$23,875
Cost Comparison — Criminal Record Expungement
Low
$802
Typical
$1,780
High
$2,758
Low
$729
Typical
$1,617
High
$2,506
Low
$730
Typical
$1,620
High
$2,510
Low
$695
Typical
$1,542
High
$2,390
Cost Comparison — Deportation Defense
Low
$3,060
Typical
$7,625
High
$12,190
Low
$2,781
Typical
$6,929
High
$11,077
Low
$2,785
Typical
$6,940
High
$11,095
Low
$2,652
Typical
$6,608
High
$10,564
Cost Comparison — Asylum Application
Low
$2,308
Typical
$4,239
High
$6,170
Low
$2,097
Typical
$3,852
High
$5,607
Low
$2,100
Typical
$3,858
High
$5,616
Low
$2,000
Typical
$3,673
High
$5,347
Cost Comparison — Estate Administration
Low
$1,905
Typical
$4,413
High
$6,920
Low
$1,731
Typical
$4,010
High
$6,288
Low
$1,734
Typical
$4,016
High
$6,299
Low
$1,651
Typical
$3,824
High
$5,997
Cost Comparison — Work Visa Application
Low
$1,254
Typical
$2,207
High
$3,160
Low
$1,140
Typical
$2,006
High
$2,871
Low
$1,141
Typical
$2,009
High
$2,876
Low
$1,087
Typical
$1,913
High
$2,738
Browse Legal Services Costs by City in North Dakota
Select a city to see local pricing adjusted for cost of living.
All Legal Services Services
legal-services
Contested Divorce
Legal representation in a divorce where spouses disagree on one or more issues requiring court intervention or negotiation. Billed hourly with costs escalating based on number of disputed issues, discovery, depositions, and trial time required.
legal-services
Child Custody Agreement
Drafting and filing of a formal parenting plan establishing legal and physical custody arrangements, visitation schedules, and decision-making authority. Can be completed as a standalone agreement or as part of divorce proceedings.
legal-services
Child Support Order
Legal process to establish, modify, or enforce a court order for child financial support. Calculation is based on state-specific guidelines factoring in parental income, custody time, and child expenses. Attorney fees vary by whether the matter is contested.
legal-services
Prenuptial Agreement
Drafting of a legally binding prenuptial agreement defining each spouse's property rights and financial obligations in the event of divorce or death. Each party should have independent legal counsel for enforceability. Complexity and assets involved drive cost.
legal-services
DUI/DWI Defense
Legal defense for driving under the influence charges including DMV hearing representation, motion to suppress evidence, negotiation for reduced charges, and trial defense if necessary. First offense vs. repeat offense and BAC level significantly affect strategy and cost.
legal-services
Misdemeanor Defense
Legal representation for misdemeanor criminal charges including disorderly conduct, petty theft, simple assault, or minor drug possession. Many cases are resolved through plea negotiations or diversion programs. Flat fees are common for straightforward misdemeanors.
legal-services
Felony Defense
Legal representation for serious felony charges including drug offenses, assault, theft, fraud, or violent crimes. Requires extensive investigation, discovery review, expert witnesses, and potentially jury trial. Hourly billing with substantial retainers is standard.
legal-services
Criminal Record Expungement
Legal process to have an eligible criminal conviction or arrest record sealed or expunged from public view. Eligibility requirements vary by state based on offense type, sentence completed, and time elapsed. Improves employment, housing, and licensing opportunities.
legal-services
Landlord-Tenant Dispute
Legal assistance for landlords or tenants in disputes over lease violations, security deposit disputes, habitability issues, illegal lockouts, or eviction proceedings. Local housing laws vary significantly, making local counsel important.
legal-services
Simple Will Drafting
Preparation of a basic last will and testament naming beneficiaries, executor, and guardian for minor children. A simple will is appropriate for straightforward estates. Must be properly executed with witnesses and notarization per state law to be valid.
legal-services
Revocable Living Trust
Drafting of a revocable living trust to hold assets during the grantor's lifetime and transfer them to beneficiaries outside of probate. Includes pour-over will and asset retitling guidance. Significantly reduces estate settlement time and costs for heirs.
legal-services
Probate Filing
Legal assistance initiating probate proceedings to validate a deceased person's will and authorize the executor to administer the estate. Includes court filings, creditor notification, and asset inventory. Probate timelines and costs vary by state.
legal-services
Estate Administration
Full legal representation of an executor or administrator through the entire estate settlement process including probate, asset marshaling, debt payment, tax filings, and distribution to beneficiaries. Typically billed as a percentage of estate value or hourly.
legal-services
Green Card Application
Legal assistance with permanent residency application through family sponsorship, employment, asylum, or diversity lottery. Includes I-485 adjustment of status or consular processing, supporting documents, and USCIS interview preparation. Multi-year timeline is common.
legal-services
Citizenship & Naturalization
Legal assistance with the N-400 naturalization application for eligible permanent residents seeking U.S. citizenship. Includes eligibility assessment, form preparation, biometrics, civics test preparation, and USCIS interview coaching.
legal-services
Work Visa Application
Legal assistance obtaining temporary work authorization including H-1B, L-1, O-1, TN, or E-3 visas. Requires employer sponsorship for most categories. Annual H-1B cap and lottery add complexity and cost. Attorney fees cover petition drafting and USCIS filing.
legal-services
Deportation Defense
Legal representation in immigration court removal proceedings including bond hearings, cancellation of removal applications, asylum claims, and appeals. One of the most complex immigration matters due to high stakes and procedural complexity.
legal-services
Asylum Application
Legal assistance with affirmative or defensive asylum applications for individuals fleeing persecution based on race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or social group membership. Strong personal statement and corroborating evidence are critical to approval.