Florida Divorce and Dissolution Resources

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Florida calls divorce a dissolution of marriage, and the case is filed in the circuit court for the county where you or your spouse lives. Which petition you start with depends on whether you have minor or dependent children together and whether there is property to divide.

Every Florida dissolution with children also involves a parenting plan and child support worksheet, and nearly every dissolution requires financial affidavits from both spouses. The official sources below cover each of those pieces.

Official Florida divorce resources

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Petition for Dissolution of Marriage With Dependent or Minor Child(ren), form 12.901(b)(1) (Florida State Courts System): The starting petition when you and your spouse have a dependent or minor child together. https://www.flcourts.gov/content/download/685808/file_pdf/901b1.pdf

Petition for Dissolution of Marriage With Property But No Dependent or Minor Child(ren), form 12.901(b)(2) (Florida State Courts System): The starting petition when there is property to divide but no dependent or minor children. https://www.flcourts.gov/content/download/685809/file_pdf/901b2.pdf

Chapter 61, Dissolution of Marriage; Support; Time-sharing (Florida Legislature): The master chapter governing divorce in Florida. Covers grounds for dissolution, jurisdiction, equitable distribution of assets/debts, alimony, child support, and parenting plans / time-sharing. http://www.leg.state.fl.us/Statutes/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&URL=0000-0099/0061/0061ContentsIndex.html

Florida Family Law Forms (official index) (Florida State Courts System): The complete, current collection of Florida Supreme Court approved family law forms with instructions. When in doubt, start here. https://flcourts.gov/Resources-Services/Office-of-Family-Courts/Family-Law-Forms-Self-Help-Information

Florida courts family law self-help information (Florida State Courts System): Official self-help information for Florida family cases, including where to find help in your county. https://www.flcourts.gov/Resources-Services/Court-Improvement/Family-Courts/Family-Law-Self-Help-Information

Florida Courts E-Filing Portal (Florida Courts E-Filing Authority): One statewide portal covers every Florida county and is built for self-represented people as well as lawyers. E-filing is optional for you, and paper filing with your clerk is still fine. https://www.myflcourtaccess.com/

Frequently asked questions

Where do I file for divorce in Florida?

In the circuit court for the county where you or your spouse lives. You can file through the statewide Florida Courts E-Filing Portal or on paper with your county clerk of court.

What does a Florida divorce filing cost?

Divorce ($409), Custody ($295), Modification ($295) - varies by county. If you cannot afford the fee, ask your county clerk about applying for a determination of civil indigent status, which can defer the fee.

Do I need a parenting plan for a Florida divorce?

When minor or dependent children are involved, Florida cases include a parenting plan covering time-sharing and decision making. The standard form is 12.995(a), and the court must approve whatever plan is submitted.