Interview with a Founder: Erin Levine

As part of our "Interview with a Founder" series, we're absolutely thrilled to introduce you to Erin Levine , the innovative mind behind Hello Divorce . As the founder and CEO, Erin is leading her team on a groundbreaking mission to simplify the divorce process and make navigating it easier for everyone.

1. Could you walk us through your path to entrepreneurship? What motivated you to launch Hello Divorce ???

After practicing family law for over a decade, I saw firsthand how the system was failing people. Divorce costs an average of $20,000, often takes 12–18 months, and pits spouses against each other, creating unnecessary conflict. It’s toxic, financially devastating, wildly complex, and lacks support for what is, at its core, a major life transition. I owned a law firm but couldn’t ignore the need for change. I bootstrapped Hello Divorce as a side project, focusing on solving these systemic issues. Once we nailed product-market fit, ensured scalability, and addressed regulatory concerns, I took the leap. Today, Hello Divorce is the highest-rated online divorce platform, helping people navigate divorce at 1/10th the cost and in 2/3rds the time.

2. Is there something you wish you had known prior to launching your company? ??

That launching is the easiest part. It’s what comes after—building, iterating, and scaling—that truly tests you.

3. What role does innovation play in your company’s growth strategy? ??

Innovation for us means solving real problems with thoughtful execution. By leveraging customer data and trust, we create curated solutions, develop new products, and streamline processes. It’s about taking in new tools and information in real time but staying focused on what delivers results—not getting distracted by the buzz around what’s new.

4. What guidance would you offer to fellow founders who are seeking to secure funding???

Think of fundraising as a process, not a one-time event. It’s about building relationships and trust over time. Get to know investors early—understand what they need to see before writing a check—and stay in touch as you hit those milestones. Don’t just rely on email updates; meaningful, one-on-one conversations go a long way.

5. What’s next for Hello Divorce? ??

Growth! We’re making divorce simpler and more accessible—helping people protect their rights, preserve well-being, control costs, and build a better life ahead. While our B2C platform remains core, we’re expanding into B2B with workplace and distribution partnerships launching in 2025. Divorce impacts health, financial stability, and productivity, and our goal is to provide the tools and guidance people need to navigate it with less stress and disruption.