What do I need to get divorced in Florida?

    

1.- What do I need to get divorced in Florida?

To get a divorce in Florida you just need to show that the marriage is "irretrievably broken."

 

It is not necessary to prove the fault of the other spouse.

2.- What are the requirements to get divorced in Florida?

The requirements for a divorce in Florida are

: • There is a marriage,

• one of the parties has been a Florida resident for the six months immediately preceding the filing of the petition,

• And the marriage is hopelessly broken.

 

3.- Who can request a divorce?

In Florida Either spouse can petition for the dissolution of the marriage.

 

4.- Do I need to have a lawyer to get a divorce in Florida?

No, you are not required to have a lawyer for a divorce in Florida.

 

5.- How many types of divorce are there in Florida?

In Florida there are two types of divorce processes.

The first is “Regular Dissolution of Marriage”. And the second way is the “Simplified Dissolution of Marriage”.

6.- What are the requirements for a simplified divorce in Florida?

 

The requirements for a simplified divorce are as follows:

• There can be no minor or dependent children born of the marriage nor can the wife be pregnant

• If there are assets, the property division has been agreed upon and a written property division agreement must be filed with the court at the time of the initial appearance.

• You cannot have any unresolved financial obligations

• One party must be a resident of Florida for at least six months prior to the filing date and their residency must be corroborated by a witness

• Both parties will be required to complete a marriage settlement agreement

 

 

7.- Where do I file the divorce petition in Miami?

To file a petition for a simplified divorce, both parties must appear together in person at the Lawson E. Thomas Courthouse Center. Both parties must present a valid Florida photo ID with a signature.

8.- Who can help me with the divorce?

If you don't have a lawyer, you can get help for a low-cost fee at the Self-Help Project.

There they will provide you with packets containing all the necessary forms for divorce and other family court matters.

 

9.- How long does the simplified divorce process take?

The time it takes for a simplified divorce is very short. Usually in a few weeks it is possible to divorce.

Generally, the final hearing date is scheduled approximately 30 days after the filing date.

 

10.- How much is the processing fee in court?

The fee for a divorce in Florida is - $409

 

11.- What are the steps for an ordinary divorce process?

• The regular dissolution process begins with a petition for dissolution of marriage, filed in the circuit court of the county where you and your spouse last lived together or in a county where either party resides.

• The other spouse must file an answer within 20 days of receiving the notice.

• If both spouses agree on the issues related to the divorce, they enter into a written agreement that is signed by both parties and then filed with the court. Parties who do not yet have a written agreement but have reached an agreement may also appear at a final hearing with a suggested settlement that they ask the court to accept and incorporate into a final judgment.

• If the spouses cannot agree, a final hearing (or “trial”) will be scheduled. Each party will present evidence and testimony to the judge during the final hearing, and then the judge will make the final decision on the issues in dispute.

 

12.- Can I appeal the judge's decision?

If either spouse disagrees with the judge's decision, they can appeal within thirty days.

 

13.-: How long will my divorce take?

Based on how long it has taken most people to get a divorce in Florida, we can say the following:

If both parties sign all the divorce papers, 3 months. If you have to go through a mediation process, from 3 to 6 months. If they fight to the end, 1-2 years.

 

14.-: How much does a lawyer's fee cost in a divorce process in Florida?

 

The cost depends on the complexity of the divorce. While there is a greater disagreement between the spouses, the cost will be greater.

Costs can start at $575 up to $5,500 in most cases.