The average perception regarding divorce litigation is that it is exorbitantly expensive. This does not need to be. Transformation in the judiciary system has specifically addressed our Constitutional right of access to Justice by greatly enhancing same by the introduction of regional forums for family, children, divorce and maintenance matters. The closest regional court for this purpose is located in Humansdorp. Instituting litigation in the High Court in Gqeberha (previously known as Port Elizabeth) for divorce proceedings holds the potential, if not specifically motivated, of serious punitive costs implications for the plaintiff or even his/her lawyer.