State-by-State Comparisons

Side-by-side tables built from the same verified dataset that powers the state guides — every figure traceable to its official source.

Small Claims Court Limits by State

Compare small claims dollar limits, filing fees, attorney rules and courts across 10 major US states — every figure verified against official sources.

Divorce Filing Fees by State

Compare divorce court filing fees across 10 major US states — from $175 in Michigan to $435+ in California — with the court each state uses.

Divorce Waiting Periods by State

Compare mandatory divorce waiting periods and separation requirements across 10 major US states — from none in New York and Ohio to a year's separation in North Carolina.

Small Estate Thresholds by State

Compare small-estate affidavit and simplified probate thresholds across 10 major US states — from $20,000 in North Carolina to $208,850 in California.

Name Change Fees & Requirements by State

Compare adult name change filing fees, publication requirements and fingerprint rules across 10 major US states — including the 2025 reforms.