Kennesaw Divorce Records
Kennesaw divorce records are held at the Cobb County Superior Court in Marietta. All divorce cases for Kennesaw residents are filed and stored there, and this page explains how to search those records, request copies, understand the fees, and get started with a new filing.
Kennesaw Quick Facts
Where Kennesaw Divorce Records Are Kept
Kennesaw is in Cobb County, so all divorce records for city residents are maintained by the Cobb County Superior Court clerk in Marietta. The Cobb County Superior Court Clerk website is at https://www.cobbsuperiorcourtclerk.com/, and the office handles all domestic relations filings, including divorce, annulment, and separate maintenance. Kennesaw is about 10 miles north of Marietta, making courthouse visits manageable when needed.
The clerk's office at 70 Haynes Street handles walk-in requests, phone inquiries, and mail requests. For most copy requests, you can also use the online tools on the Cobb clerk's website. The site has a case search function and information about how to order certified copies. Cobb County is one of the larger Georgia counties and processes a high volume of divorce filings each year.
| Court | Cobb County Superior Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 70 Haynes Street, Marietta GA 30090 |
| Phone | (770) 528-1300 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Website | https://www.cobbsuperiorcourtclerk.com/ |
The Cobb clerk's office is well-staffed and accustomed to a large volume of requests. Arriving during mid-morning tends to mean shorter wait times at the counter. If you know the case number, the search is quick. Name-based searches work too but may take a few more minutes depending on how common the names are.
Note: Kennesaw City Hall does not hold or manage divorce records. All filings are county-level only, at the Cobb County Superior Court.
How to Search Kennesaw Divorce Records
The Cobb County Superior Court Clerk website at https://www.cobbsuperiorcourtclerk.com/ includes an online case search and copy ordering function. Search by party name or case number. Results show case type, parties, filing date, and status. You can order certified copies online in many cases, which is a convenient option for Kennesaw residents who prefer to avoid the Marietta drive.
GSCCCA at https://www.gsccca.org provides statewide coverage including Cobb County. Use it to confirm which county holds a record or to search broadly when you're not certain about the filing location. Once you have the county and case number, the Cobb clerk is where you go for actual copies.
The screenshot below shows the Cobb County Superior Court Clerk website, where Kennesaw residents can search the case index and order certified divorce documents.
The Cobb clerk site gives access to the case index, fee schedules, and online copy requests. It's updated regularly and is one of the more user-friendly county clerk websites in the metro Atlanta area. Most cases from recent years are fully indexed and searchable by name.
Georgia Courts eAccess at https://georgiacourts.gov/eaccess-court-records/ may include Cobb County in its coverage. Check the site for what's currently available. For most Kennesaw residents, the Cobb County clerk website is the best starting point for divorce record searches.
Filing for Divorce in Kennesaw
Georgia requires at least one spouse to be a state resident for six months before filing. This comes from O.C.G.A. § 19-5-2. Kennesaw residents file at the Cobb County Superior Court in Marietta. There is no Kennesaw-specific filing court for divorce.
Georgia allows no-fault divorce based on the ground that the marriage is irretrievably broken. Thirteen fault grounds are listed in O.C.G.A. § 19-5-3, including adultery, desertion, and cruel treatment. The no-fault path is more commonly used in Cobb County and tends to move faster. If you choose fault grounds, be prepared for the case to take longer and possibly require more documentation.
Official divorce forms are available free at https://eforms.georgiacourts.gov/. Download the petition, financial affidavit, and any parenting plan forms. Complete them in full and sign and notarize where required. File at the Cobb County clerk's office at 70 Haynes Street with the filing fee.
Proper service of the divorce petition is required under O.C.G.A. § 19-5-1. The Cobb County Sheriff handles civil service. A private process server is also an option. If your spouse will accept service voluntarily, a signed acknowledgment filed with the court is sufficient. Proof of service must be on file before the case moves forward.
Kennesaw Divorce Record Fees
Cobb County has a specific fee schedule for divorce record copies. For cases that include a settlement agreement, a regular copy is $9.00 and a certified copy is $24.00. For cases without a settlement agreement, a regular copy is $3.00 and a certified copy is $10.00. The difference in cost reflects the complexity and length of the documents. Call (770) 528-1300 to confirm the current fee for the specific case you're requesting.
The Georgia DPH at https://dph.georgia.gov/VitalRecords offers divorce verifications for the 1952 to 1996 period at $10 each. These are issued by the state vital records office and are useful for basic confirmation of a divorce. For official legal purposes requiring a certified court document, contact the Cobb County clerk directly.
Mail requests to the Cobb County clerk require a check or money order payable to the Clerk of Superior Court, Cobb County. Do not mail cash. Include the case details and your return address so the clerk can send back the copies once prepared. The processing time for mail requests is typically a few business days.
Legal Help for Kennesaw Residents
Georgia Legal Aid covers Cobb County and provides free civil legal services to income-qualifying residents. Visit https://www.georgialegalaid.org/ to find the local office and apply. Family law - including divorce and custody - is a core service area. Kennesaw and Cobb County residents have access to one of the more active legal aid offices in the metro Atlanta area.
Georgia E-Forms at https://eforms.georgiacourts.gov/ gives all filers free access to official court forms. Self-represented Kennesaw residents can handle uncontested divorces using these forms and the Cobb clerk's online tools without needing an attorney. The forms are accepted by the Cobb County Superior Court and cover everything from the initial petition to the final judgment.
For more complex cases - those involving contested custody, property disputes, or business assets - the State Bar of Georgia referral service is a good resource for finding a qualified family law attorney in the Kennesaw and Cobb County area. An early consultation can help you understand your position and avoid mistakes that cost more to fix later.
Note: Cobb County has a busy court system. If you have a pending deadline, don't wait until the last day to file. Plan ahead and allow time for clerk processing.
Cobb County Divorce Records
Kennesaw is in Cobb County. All divorce filings for Kennesaw residents go through the Cobb County Superior Court. The county page has full details on fees, forms, online search, and getting copies.