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STATE OF FLORIDA DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE PACKAGE

DISSOLUTION PACKAGE

NO CHILDREN / WITH PROPERTY

Control Number FL-555-B

Prepared by U.S. Legal Forms, Inc.

Copyright 2016 - U.S. Legal Forms, Inc.

Information About Divorce

1. WHO MAY USE THESE FORMS: You may use the forms in this package only when all of the following facts are true:

(a) Incompatibility of temperament between the spouses has caused the irremediable breakdown of the marriage;

(b) There were no children born to or adopted by you and your spouse;

(c) You and your spouse agree on all terms of the divorce.

2. THE BASICS: An action for divorce in Florida is filed in the Circuit Court. The action is entitled a Petition for Dissolution of Marriage. The party filing the action is the Petitioner, and the other party is the Respondent.

3. RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS: To obtain dissolution of marriage decree in the State of Florida, one of the parties to the marriage must reside 6 months in the state before the filing of the petition.

4. GROUNDS FOR DIVORCE: No judgment of dissolution of marriage shall be granted unless one of the following facts appears, which shall be pleaded generally:

(a) The marriage is irretrievably broken.

(b) Mental incapacity of one of the parties. However, no dissolution shall be allowed unless the party alleged to be incapacitated has been adjudged incapacitated for a preceding period of at least 3 years.

This package is designed for parties seeking a judgment of dissolution of marriage based upon the ground of irretrievable breakdown of the marriage.

5. LEGAL SEPARATION: The State of Florida does permit a person to apply to the court for alimony and child support without seeking dissolution of marriage.

6. WAITING PERIODS: No final judgment of dissolution of marriage may be entered until at least 20 days have elapsed from the date of filing the original petition for dissolution of marriage; but the court, on a showing that injustice would result from this delay, may enter a final judgment of dissolution of marriage at an earlier date.

7. DISSOLUTION QUESTIONNAIRE: Upon filing for dissolution of marriage, the petitioner must complete and file with the clerk of the circuit court an unsigned anonymous informational questionnaire.

8. DISTRIBUTION OF PROPERTY: In a divorce, the property such as land, house, buildings, and items of personal property owned by the couple is divided between the parties.

9. ALIMONY: Because this is an agreed dissolution, you will decide issues of spousal “alimony” -- the periodic payment of money from one spouse to the other on a temporary or permanent basis.

10. CHILD CUSTODY/VISITATION: The court shall determine all matters relating to custody of each minor child of the parties in accordance with the best interests of the child.

11. CHILD SUPPORT: In a proceeding for dissolution of marriage, the court may at any time order either or both parents who owe a duty of support to a child to pay support in accordance with the child support guidelines.

12. PARENT EDUCATION AND FAMILY STABILIZATION COURSE: All parties to a dissolution of marriage proceeding with minor children or a paternity action which involves issues of parental responsibility shall be required to complete the Parent Education and Family Stabilization Course.

13. MEDIATION: When there is a minor child of the marriage, or when the responding party denies by answer to the petition for dissolution that the marriage is irretrievably broken, or in any proceeding in which the issues of parental responsibility, primary residence, visitation, or support of a child are contested, the court may refer the parties to mediation.

Forms List

The following forms are included in this package:

1. Petition for Dissolution of Marriage with Property but No Dependant or Minor Child(ren) (FL-12901-B-2)

2. Certificate of Service (FL-12914)

3. Notice of Social Security Number (FL-12902-J)

4. Affidavit of Corroborating Witness (FL-12902-I) (If needed)

5. Financial Affidavit (Short Form) (FL-12902-B)

6. Financial Affidavit (FL-12902-C)

7. Marital Settlement Agreement for Dissolution of Marriage with No Dependant or Minor Children (FL-12902-F-2)

8. Certificate of Compliance with Mandatory Disclosure (FL-12932)

9. Summons: Personal Service on an Individual (FL-12910-A)

10. Process Service Memorandum (FL-12910-B)

11. Answer, Waiver, and Request for Copy of Final Judgment of Dissolution of Marriage (FL-12903-A)

12. Notice of Hearing (General) (FL-12923)

13. Final Judgment of Dissolution of Marriage with Property but No Minor Children (FL-12990-B-2) (If needed)

Form Explanations

All forms included in this are identified and described below.

1. Petition for Dissolution of Marriage with Property but No Dependent or Minor Child(ren) (FL-12901-B-2) – This form is used to request that the Court grant a judgment of dissolution of marriage, along with any other relief requested.

2. Certificate of Service (FL-12914) – Both parties must send copies of all documents or papers they file with the clerk to the other party.

3. Notice of Social Security Number (FL-12902-J) – This form is used to provide the Court with the Social Security number of the parties to a dissolution action and any minor children of the parties.

4. Affidavit of Corroborating Witness (FL-12902-I) – This form may be used to prove residency in a dissolution of marriage proceeding.

5. Financial Affidavit (Short Form) (FL-12902-B) – This form should be used when you are involved in a family law case which requires a financial affidavit and your individual gross income is under $50,000 per year.

6. Financial Affidavit (FL-12902-C) – This form should be used when you are involved in a family law case which requires a financial affidavit and your individual gross income is $50,000 or more.

7. Marital Settlement Agreement for Dissolution of Marriage with No Dependant or Minor Children (FL-12902-F-2) – This form is used to document all agreements reached by the parties to a dissolution action.

8. Certificate of Compliance with Mandatory Disclosure (FL-12932) – This form is used to notify the court and the other party that you have complied with the mandatory disclosure rule.

9. Summons: Personal Service on an Individual (FL-12910-A) – This form should be used to obtain personal service on the other party when you begin your lawsuit.

10. Process Service Memorandum (FL-12910-B) – You should use this form to give the sheriff’s department instructions for serving the other party in your case.

11. Answer, Waiver, and Request for Copy of Final Judgment of Dissolution of Marriage (FL-12903-A) – This form should be used by a Respondent who does not wish to contest the petition or appear at a hearing.

12. Notice of Hearing (General) (FL-12923) – This form is used to provide notice of a hearing date and time to the other party.

13. Final Judgment of Dissolution of Marriage with Property but No Dependant or Minor Children (Uncontested) (FL-12990-B-2) – This form is used by the Court to order the dissolution of marriage along with any other relief requested.

Instructions and Steps

Note: All forms containing a space for the signature of a Notary Public must be signed by the appropriate party or parties in front of a Notary Public.

STEP 1: The filing party (Petitioner) should complete the following:

• Petition for Dissolution of Marriage with Dependent or Minor Child(ren) (FL-12901-B-1)

• Certificate of Service (FL-12914)

• Notice of Social Security Number (FL-12902-J)

• Affidavit of Corroborating Witness (FL-12902-I) (If needed)

Depending upon annual gross income, one of the following:

• Financial Affidavit (Short Form) (FL-12902-B)

• Financial Affidavit (FL-12902-C)

STEP 2: Both parties should jointly complete the Marital Settlement Agreement for Dissolution of Marriage with No Dependant or Minor Children (FL-12902-F-2).

STEP 3: The following documents should then be filed with the Clerk of Court in the county of filing:

• Petition for Dissolution of Marriage with Dependent or Minor Child(ren) (FL-12901-B-1)

• Certificate of Service (FL-12914)

• Notice of Social Security Number (FL-12902-J)

• Affidavit of Corroborating Witness (FL-12902-I) (If needed)

• Financial Affidavit (Short Form) (FL-12902-B) or Financial Affidavit (FL-12902-C)

• Marital Settlement Agreement for Dissolution of Marriage with No Dependant or Minor Children (FL-12902-F-2)

• Certificate of Compliance with Mandatory Disclosure (FL-12932)

A filing fee is paid at this time.

STEP 4: Once the above-listed documents have been filed, the Respondent must be served with copies of all filed documents filed.

STEP 5: After the required waiting period of 20 days have elapsed from the date of filing the original Petition for Dissolution of Marriage with Property but No Dependent or Minor Child(ren), contact the Clerk of Court to set a date for the final hearing.

STEP 6: You should next attend the final hearing.

Checklist

The filing party (Petitioner) should complete the following:

• Petition for Dissolution of Marriage with Dependent or Minor Child(ren) (FL-12901-B-2)

• Certificate of Service (FL-12914)

• Notice of Social Security Number (FL-12902-J)

• Affidavit of Corroborating Witness (FL-12902-I) (If needed)

Depending upon annual gross income, one of the following:

• Financial Affidavit (Short Form) (FL-12902-B)

• Financial Affidavit (FL-12902-C)

Both parties jointly complete Marital Settlement Agreement for Dissolution of Marriage with No Dependant or Minor Children (FL-12902-F-2).

The following documents filed with Clerk of Court in the county of filing:

• Petition for Dissolution of Marriage with Property but No Dependent or Minor Child(ren) (FL-12901-B-2)

• Certificate of Service (FL-12914)

• Notice of Social Security Number (FL-12902-J)

• Affidavit of Corroborating Witness (FL-12902-I) (If needed)

• Financial Affidavit (Short Form) (FL-12902-B) or Financial Affidavit (FL-12902-C)

• Marital Settlement Agreement for Dissolution of Marriage with No Dependant or Minor Children (FL-12902-F-2)

• Certificate of Compliance with Mandatory Disclosure (FL-12932).

Filing fee paid.

Respondent served with copies of all filed documents filed.

Respondent also provided Answer, Waiver, and Request for Copy of Final Judgment of Dissolution of Marriage (FL-12903-A) and instructed to complete within twenty (20) days of receipt and file with Clerk of Court.

After required waiting period of 20 days have elapsed from date of filing original Petition, Clerk contacted for date of final hearing.

Final hearing attended.

Forms to Complete

Petitioner Information

Petitioner Signature

Respondent Signature

Petitioner Address

Respondent Address

Law Summary

You may access the law summary for your State by using the link below:

http://secure.uslegalforms.com/lawsummary/FL/FL-555-B.htm

Disclaimer

These materials were developed by U.S. Legal Forms, Inc. based upon statutes and forms for the STATE OF FLORIDA. All Information and Forms are subject to this Disclaimer.

All forms in this package are provided without any warranty, express or implied, as to their legal effect and completeness. Please use at your own risk.

U.S. Legal Forms, Inc. does not provide legal advice. The products offered by U.S. Legal Forms are not a substitute for the advice of an attorney.

These forms were prepared for statewide use; however, some counties or judges may require certain modifications to the forms for use in your particular county and may require special forms not included.

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What the Florida Dissolution of Marriage Package Includes

The Florida Dissolution of Marriage Package is a coordinated set of court-ready forms, instructions, and supporting templates used to start and process an uncontested or contested divorce filing in Florida. Typical contents include the petition for dissolution, service and summons forms, financial affidavit, parenting plan or time-sharing template, marital settlement agreement, and a proposed final judgment. The package is designed to help filers and attorneys assemble required information, meet county clerk formatting rules, and provide a consistent set of documents for court submission and service of process.

Why a Complete Package Matters in Florida Family Court

A complete dissolution package reduces clerical rejections, clarifies financial and custody issues, and streamlines hearings. Properly assembled documents help courts schedule timely case management and reduce the likelihood of continuances or amended filings.

Why a Complete Package Matters in Florida Family Court

Who Typically Uses the Florida Dissolution of Marriage Package

The package supports both self-represented parties and attorneys preparing Florida divorce cases.

  • Self-represented litigants filing an uncontested or simple contested dissolution who need stepwise document templates and filing guidance.
  • Family law attorneys preparing standardized pleadings, financial disclosures, and settlement documents across county clerks and judges.
  • Court clerks and mediators who review submitted packets for completeness and consistency before docketing hearings.

Use the package that matches your case complexity and local clerk requirements; rules vary by county and case type.

Primary Signatories and Their Roles

Petitioner

The Petitioner initiates the case by filing the petition for dissolution and related initial forms. The Petitioner must provide accurate personal, marriage, residency, financial, and parenting information where applicable and arrange service of process on the Respondent.

Respondent

The Respondent answers the petition, completes required financial disclosures and parenting documents if children are involved, and signs settlement or judgment documents when parties agree to terms and finalize the case in court.

Core Components of a Professional Florida Dissolution Package

A professional package groups the pleadings, financial statements, parenting documents, settlement instruments, and submission instructions so filings match judicial expectations and local clerk formatting.

Petition

Petition for Dissolution of Marriage template with required jurisdictional and residency statements, grounds, and declarations tailored to Florida statutory language and county clerk formatting.

Financial Affidavit

Comprehensive sworn financial affidavit covering income, expenses, assets, liabilities, and supporting schedules to satisfy mandatory disclosure requirements and child support calculations.

Parenting Plan

Time-sharing or parenting plan template addressing custody, schedule, decision-making authority, holiday rotation, and dispute resolution provisions consistent with Florida expectations.

Marital Settlement

Marital settlement agreement allocating assets, debts, alimony, and parenting responsibilities, drafted for incorporation into a final judgment if approved by the court.

Final Judgment

Proposed final judgment and decree language that mirrors settlement terms, provides clear implementation steps, and uses standard Florida docket-ready formatting.

Filing Instructions

Cover letter, service instructions, proof of service templates, and clerk fee guidance to reduce clerical rejections and ensure proper case opening.

Required Information Fields at a Glance

Full Legal Names: Exact names
Dates: MM/DD/YYYY
Residency County: County and state
Social Security: Last four digits preferred
Asset Schedules: Itemized values
Parenting Details: Children's names/dates

Step-by-Step: Assembling and Filing the Package

Follow these core steps to prepare a dissolution packet that meets Florida clerk expectations and supports efficient case management.

  • 01
    Prepare forms: Complete petition, affidavits, and settlement drafts accurately.
  • 02
    Attach schedules: Include detailed asset and debt lists and financial records.
  • 03
    File with clerk: Submit the packet to the county clerk and pay fees.
  • 04
    Serve respondent: Arrange service of process per Florida rules and obtain proof.

How to Configure an Online Package Workflow

A consistent online workflow helps reduce signer errors and ensures documents are routed correctly to each party and the court.

Field Configuration
Document Upload PDF preferred; ensure flattened final copy
Signature Placement Place signature and date fields for each party
Authentication Email plus SMS or KBA for higher assurance
Storage Retain PDF/A copy and audit trail

Where and How to File Your Florida Package

Filing methods depend on county clerk capabilities and whether court rules require in-person submission or e-filing portals.

  • County Clerk: File in the clerk's office where either spouse resides.
  • E‑Filing Portal: Use authorized e-filing services if the county accepts electronic submissions.
  • Mail Filing: Mail originals with required signatures and fees where permitted.
  • In-Person: Deliver documents to the clerk and obtain a stamped conformed copy.

Digital and Delivery Considerations for Electronic Packages

Choose tools that support PDF, audit trails, and authentication methods appropriate for family law documents.

  • File Formats: PDF and PDF/A recommended for court filing.
  • Authentication: Email plus SMS or government ID verification.
  • Integrations: Cloud storage and case management connectors.

Ensure any electronic workflows meet Florida clerk requirements and preserve an immutable audit trail and signed PDF for the court record.

Common Deadlines and Timing Expectations

Key dates vary by case type; track filing, service, and hearing windows early to avoid continuance or default risks.

Filing Fee Due:

Paid at time of initial petition submission.

Service Timeline:

Serve the Respondent promptly per Florida civil procedure.

Financial Disclosure:

Exchange sworn financial affidavits before mediation or hearing.

Mandatory Course:

Complete parent education course before final hearing if minors involved.

Final Hearing:

Scheduled after required disclosures and mediation attempts.

Common Preparation Errors to Avoid

  • Incomplete financial affidavits or missing asset schedules that require amended filings and delay hearings.
  • Using informal or inconsistent names across documents, which can cause clerk rejections and service problems.
  • Failing to follow local county clerk formatting and filing rules, leading to returned packets or extra court appearances.
  • Skipping required parental education or mediation steps when children are involved, which will prevent finalization of the decree.

Consequences of Incorrect or Incomplete Filings

Filing Rejection: Packet returned
Default Judgment: Loss of rights
Child Support Errors: Payment miscalculations
Tax Implications: Incorrect reporting
Perjury Risk: Sworn inaccuracies
Evidence Loss: Missing disclosures

Practical Tips for Accurate and Efficient Completion

Small details reduce rework and speed finalization. Use consistent naming, complete disclosures, and verify clerks' local rules before filing.

Use consistent legal names
Always enter names exactly as they appear on government identification and use the same form of the name across every document in the packet to avoid identity or service issues.
Attach supporting schedules
Provide clear, itemized asset and debt schedules with documentary support to reduce contested disclosures and speed financial resolution at hearing.
Follow county formatting
Review the county clerk's local filing requirements for margins, cover sheets, and page numbering to prevent clerical rejection and the need to resubmit corrected packets.
Preserve audit trails
When using eSignature platforms, retain the signed PDF and audit record showing timestamps, signer authentication, and IP addresses to support enforceability.

Representative Use Cases

Real-world examples show how the package is applied in common scenarios and the typical outcomes when documents are prepared correctly.

Uncontested Simplified Case

A self-represented petitioner completed the petition and financial affidavit using the package templates to clarify asset division

  • Responses were filed without dispute
  • The court entered a final judgment within 90 days after timely disclosures and attendance at the final hearing.

Attorney-Assisted Settlement

A family law attorney used the package to draft a marital settlement agreement and proposed final judgment

  • Parties completed financial disclosures and mediation
  • The judge incorporated the settlement into the final judgment, avoiding prolonged litigation and additional court dates.

Notarization, Witness, and Authentication Workflow

Follow these authentication steps to meet notarization and witness requirements for court acceptance in Florida and other jurisdictions.

01

Prepare Original Documents

Assemble signed originals and ensure signature blocks are present for all parties prior to notarization.

02

Arrange Notary

Engage a notary public or remote online notary if allowed by state law and county rules.

03

Confirm Witness Count

Verify whether two witnesses are required for specific document types in your jurisdiction.

04

Complete Acknowledgement

The notary completes an acknowledgement or jurat per Florida form requirements.

05

Record Notarial Act

Notaries should record the act in their journal and retain any required audio/video records for RON.

06

Attach Proof of Service

Include notarized proof of service or affidavit of service with the filing where required.

07

Scan for Records

Create a high-quality PDF/A copy of signed and notarized documents for the electronic case file.

08

Retain Originals

Store originals securely and follow retention guidance for potential future enforcement.

eSignature Vendor Comparison for Court-Ready Document Workflows

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Bulk Send Yes Yes Yes Yes No
Audit Trail Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
HIPAA Compliant Yes Yes Yes No No

Frequently Asked Questions about the Florida Dissolution Package

Answers to common questions about form completeness, electronic signatures, notarization, and filing help reduce delays and rework.


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