Uncontested Divorce Attorney
Uncontested Divorce Attorney
In Florida
Very few people actually look forward to a divorce. When you and your spouse already agree on the major issues, an uncontested divorce can give you the simplest, fastest, and most affordable way to end your marriage. Most uncontested divorces in Florida finish in 2 to 3 months.
A Smarter Way Through Divorce
Not every case needs to become a fight. We help you explore resolution where possible—and prepare you when it’s not.
Is An Uncontested Divorce Right For You?
This option may be a good fit if:
- You and your spouse agree on most or all of the major issues
- You want a low-cost way to end your marriage
- You want the process to wrap up as quickly as possible
- You want to stay out of court
- You and your spouse have already worked out parenting and finances, or are close to it
- You'd like a divorce attorney to review your paperwork and protect your rights, without running a full litigation strategy
This may not be the right option if there’s a history of domestic violence, a serious imbalance of control between you and your spouse, or genuine disagreement on custody, support, or major assets. We’ll talk through your situation honestly during your consultation.
How It Looks
How Florida Law Treats Uncontested Divorce
Florida gives couples two ways to pursue an uncontested divorce, plus the same baseline rules that apply to every Florida divorce.
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Simplified Dissolution of Marriage
This is the shortest path. To qualify, both spouses must agree the marriage is irretrievably broken, neither spouse is seeking alimony, there are no minor or dependent children, and neither spouse is pregnant. Both spouses also have to sign the petition together and appear at the final hearing.
02.
Regular Dissolution Proceeding As Uncontested
If you have children, want alimony, or otherwise don't qualify for the Simplified Dissolution, you can still pursue an uncontested divorce. You file a regular petition, but resolve everything by agreement before a Judge ever has to step in.
03.
Florida residency is required
At least one spouse must have lived in Florida for six months before filing. Proof can come from a Florida driver's license, voter registration, vehicle tag, employment records, or other documentation of permanent presence.
04.
Florida is a no-fault state
You don't have to prove cheating, abandonment, or any other bad behavior. You only have to show the marriage is irretrievably broken, or that one spouse has been adjudicated mentally incapacitated for at least three years.
05.
There's a mandatory 20-day waiting period
Under Florida law, a Judge cannot finalize your divorce until at least 20 days after the petition is filed. This applies to every Florida divorce, including uncontested ones.
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Mandatory financial disclosure may be waivable
Florida normally requires both spouses to exchange detailed financial information, including tax returns, paystubs, bank and credit card statements, retirement accounts, and credit reports. In some uncontested cases, especially when there are no children and no spousal support claims, both spouses can agree to waive the Mandatory Disclosure rule.
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You file in the county where you live
Most Orlando-area uncontested divorces are filed with the Clerk of Courts in the county where you reside. Filing fees vary by county and are typically around $400.
Why Couples Choose An Uncontested Divorce
Most of the cost, stress, and delay in a divorce comes from spousal disputes. When you and your spouse already agree on the big questions, all of that drops away. What you’re left with is paperwork, a brief court process, and a clean exit.
In practical terms, uncontested divorce typically gives you:
A Faster Timeline
Most uncontested divorces in Florida finish in 2 to 3 months, compared to a year or more for a contested case.
Lower Costs
Working with a Florida attorney, an uncontested divorce typically runs between $7,500 and $10,000, far less than a contested case that goes to trial.
Less Court Time
Many uncontested cases require only a brief final hearing, and Simplified Dissolutions sometimes don't require any hearing at all.
More Privacy
You and your spouse work out the details on your own terms, instead of arguing in front of a Judge in an open courtroom.
More Flexibility
You can keep your settlement creative. As long as you both agree, you can divide assets and design a parenting schedule in ways a Judge might not order on their own.
Issues We Help With
Six Ways We Help With Your Uncontested Divorce
Marital Settlement Agreement Drafting
Parenting Plan Development
Florida Child Support Calculations
Property and Debt Division Agreements
Filing and Court Process Management
Document Review For Self-Filers
Do You Really Need A Lawyer For An Uncontested Divorce?
You aren’t required to hire a lawyer. People do file uncontested divorces themselves or use a document preparation service. Whether that’s wise depends on your situation.
For a truly simple case (no children, almost no assets, no spousal support, no real disputes), self-filing can work. For most other situations, going without legal advice is a real risk. Document preparation services can fill out forms, but they cannot give you legal advice, explain your rights, or warn you when you’re agreeing to something that will hurt you later.
The most common ways self-filers get into trouble:
- Signing a settlement that gives up rights they didn’t know they had
- Missing required disclosures or filings, which can delay or invalidate the process
- Drafting a Parenting Plan a Judge will reject as not in the children’s best interests
- Calculating child support incorrectly
- Overlooking retirement accounts, business interests, or tax implications in the property split
Hiring a divorce attorney also doesn’t have to be all-or-nothing. Some clients hire us to handle everything. Others hire us only to review their paperwork or advise on a specific issue. We work with you at the level you actually need.
How It Works
The Florida Uncontested Divorce Process, Step By Step
01.
Confirm Eligibility and Gather Information
We meet with you, confirm you meet Florida's residency requirement, and figure out whether you qualify for a Simplified Dissolution or whether a regular dissolution proceeding as uncontested makes more sense.
02.
Complete the Required Forms
We prepare the Petition for Dissolution of Marriage and any supporting forms required in your county. If you have children, this includes the Florida Child Support Guidelines Worksheet and Parenting Plan documents.
03.
Draft the Marital Settlement Agreement
This document spells out everything you and your spouse have agreed to: how property and debts are divided, how alimony is handled, custody, time-sharing, and child support. We draft it carefully and review it with you before signing.
04.
Complete the Parenting Course (If Applicable)
If you have minor children, both spouses are required to complete a state-approved parenting course before the divorce can be finalized.
05.
File With the Clerk of Courts and Pay the Filing Fee
Once your paperwork is in order, we file with the Clerk of Courts in your county. Filing fees vary by county and are usually around $400.
06.
Final Hearing and Judgment
After the mandatory 20-day waiting period, the Judge reviews the paperwork. In some counties you may have to make a brief appearance at a final hearing. The Judge then enters a Final Judgment of Dissolution of Marriage, and your divorce is final.
What If Your Uncontested Divorce Becomes Contested?
Some uncontested divorces stay uncontested all the way through. Others hit a snag. People change their minds, new financial information surfaces, or a quiet disagreement about parenting becomes a real one.
If a single issue stalls the process, mediation can often unlock it without converting to a contested case. A few hours with a neutral mediator may resolve what would otherwise turn into months of court fighting.
If your situation turns out to be more complex than expected, for instance a hidden retirement account, a business that needs valuing, or a dispute over the family home, we can shift strategy and bring in the right specialists, including financial professionals or business valuation experts.
If your spouse stops cooperating, the case may need to convert to a contested filing or move into collaborative divorce. We’re upfront when that’s happening so you can decide how to proceed.
If you’ve been a victim of domestic violence or there’s a serious power imbalance, uncontested divorce is generally not the right path. We can talk through other options that better protect you and your children.
The point is that you don’t have to commit to one route from day one. The right approach can shift as the case develops, and we adjust with it.
A Better Way To Divorce
Divorce is one of the most stressful events you will ever experience. You deserve a guide who can help you identify your rights and responsibilities and walk you through every step.
At Leap Frog Divorce, we keep every uncontested divorce as simple and clean as possible. We make sure each step is done right the first time, so there are no surprises later, and so the agreement you sign is one that holds up.
We also offer multiple service levels because no two uncontested divorces look the same:
Full-Service
We handle everything, from the initial consultation to the final judgment.
Document Preparation and Review
You handle the front end, we make sure your paperwork is right before you file.
Limited-Scope Advice
You hire us for specific questions or specific tasks, like reviewing your Marital Settlement Agreement or running the Child Support Guidelines Worksheet.
Family law and divorce-related cases are all we do. Every attorney on our team is fully invested in helping people through divorce, including the simpler uncontested ones, with care and attention.
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Our Team
Meet Your Leap Frog Divorce Team
A.J. Grossman
Attorney at Law • Certified Family Mediator
A.J. Grossman
Attorney at Law • Certified Family Mediator
Kiki Grossman
Lead Conflict Resolution Specialist • Attorney at Law
Kiki Grossman
Lead Conflict Resolution Specialist • Attorney at Law
Banda Nadeau
Attorney at Law • Certified Family Mediator
Banda Nadeau
Attorney at Law • Certified Family Mediator
April Phillips
Litigation & Trial Paralegal • Certified Guardian Ad Litem
April Phillips
Litigation & Trial Paralegal • Certified Guardian Ad Litem
Brett Castro
FRP, Discovery Specialist
Brett Castro
FRP, Discovery Specialist
Yarissa Castillo
Paralegal
Yarissa Castillo
Paralegal
Brianna Hendricks
Legal Assistant
Brianna Hendricks
Legal Assistant
Frequently Asked Questions About Uncontested Divorce In Florida
What is an uncontested divorce?
An uncontested divorce is a type of divorce where both spouses agree on all the major issues, including division of assets and debts, child custody and time-sharing, child support, and alimony. Because there’s nothing for a Judge to decide, the process is faster, simpler, and less expensive than a contested case.
How is an uncontested divorce different from a contested divorce?
A contested divorce is one where the spouses cannot agree on one or more issues, which often means appearing in court so a Judge can decide for them. That makes contested cases longer and more expensive. An uncontested divorce skips all of that. The two of you reach a settlement, and the Judge mainly reviews and approves it.
Can I get an uncontested divorce in Florida if I have children?
Yes. You can’t use the simpler Simplified Dissolution of Marriage option if you have minor children, but you can still pursue a regular uncontested divorce. You’ll need to file a Parenting Plan and a Florida Child Support Guidelines Worksheet, and any agreement on custody and support has to be in the children’s best interests for the Judge to approve it.
Do I need an attorney for an uncontested divorce?
You’re not required to. For a very simple case (no children, few assets, no alimony), some people file on their own. For most situations, an attorney is a smart investment. Hiring one doesn’t have to mean a full retainer either. Many clients use a divorce attorney just to review documents, advise on rights, or handle the filing.
How long does an uncontested divorce take in Florida?
Florida law requires a 20-day waiting period from the date of filing before a Judge can grant the divorce. Most uncontested divorces finish in about 2 to 3 months total, depending on the county’s court calendar and how quickly the paperwork is completed.
How much does an uncontested divorce cost in Florida?
Working with an attorney, an uncontested divorce in Florida typically costs between $7,500 and $10,000. The total depends on whether you have children, how complex your assets are, and how much of the work you hire an attorney to handle. Florida filing fees with the Clerk of Courts are usually around $400.
What is a Simplified Dissolution of Marriage?
A Simplified Dissolution is Florida’s most streamlined uncontested divorce. To qualify, both spouses must agree the marriage is irretrievably broken, neither spouse is seeking alimony, and there are no minor or dependent children (and neither spouse is pregnant). Both spouses sign the petition together and appear at the final hearing.
Can we waive the financial disclosure requirement?
Sometimes. Florida normally requires both spouses to exchange detailed financial information through the Mandatory Disclosure rule. If you and your spouse have no minor children, no alimony claim, and you both agree on how to split your assets and debts, you may be able to waive Mandatory Disclosure by agreement.
Let’s Start Moving Forward
Ready To Take The Next Step?
When you and your spouse already agree, there’s no reason to drag a divorce out. We’ll keep your uncontested divorce as simple and clean as possible, make sure every step is done right, and help you start the next chapter without surprises.
Call us today at 407-377-7108 or send us a message to schedule your consultation.
