Divorce in Miami-Dade County, FL
$299 Flat Fee
In Miami-Dade County, divorce cases are heard by the Florida Circuit Court and filed with the Clerk of the Circuit Court. We prepare your court-ready documents within 24 hours; you file them locally.
Florida Requirements That Apply in Miami-Dade County
At least one spouse must have been a resident of Florida for at least 6 months before filing.
Florida is a no-fault state. The only ground is that the marriage is irretrievably broken. No fault-based grounds are recognized.
$400 - $410 (varies by county), paid to the Clerk of the Circuit Court
No mandatory waiting period (some counties require 20 days after filing before a hearing)
No mandatory waiting period. Uncontested divorces can be finalized in as little as 4 to 6 weeks.
Equitable distribution state. Marital property is divided fairly, but not necessarily equally.
Filing in Miami-Dade County, Step by Step
Confirm you qualify
At least one spouse must have been a resident of Florida for at least 6 months before filing. Your divorce must also be uncontested: you and your spouse agree on property, debts, and any child arrangements.
Prepare your documents
Answer our questionnaire in about 20 minutes. We prepare the Florida forms required for your situation within 24 hours, ready to sign.
File with the Clerk of the Circuit Court
Take or e-file your signed documents to the Circuit Court serving Miami-Dade County and pay the $400 - $410 (varies by county) filing fee. Confirm the courthouse location through the official Florida Circuit Courts Directory.
Serve your spouse and finalise
Serve your spouse per Florida rules (we include instructions). No mandatory waiting period (some counties require 20 days after filing before a hearing) After that, the court finalises the decree; some counties require a short hearing.
Courthouse addresses change; always confirm through the official Florida Circuit Courts Directory before filing in person.
Miami-Dade County Divorce FAQ
How much does it cost to file for divorce in Miami-Dade County?
The Florida court filing fee is $400 - $410 (varies by county), paid to the Clerk of the Circuit Court when you file. Document preparation through Divorce Bob is a flat $299 on top of that, with no hourly attorney fees.
Where do I file divorce papers in Miami-Dade County?
Divorce cases in Florida are handled by the Circuit Court. You file with the Clerk of the Circuit Court for Miami-Dade County. Use the official Florida Circuit Courts Directory to confirm the courthouse address and hours before you go.
How long does an uncontested divorce take in Miami-Dade County?
No mandatory waiting period (some counties require 20 days after filing before a hearing) Typical timeline for an uncontested Florida divorce: No mandatory waiting period. Uncontested divorces can be finalized in as little as 4 to 6 weeks.. Contested cases take significantly longer.
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