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Orange County Divorce Lawyer: Orlando & Central Florida Guide (2026)

Complete guide to divorce in Orange County, Florida. Orlando courthouse info, filing fees, and finding the right Orlando divorce attorney.

January 19, 2026By Antonio G. Jimenez, Esq.

Divorce in Orange County: Your Complete Orlando Area Guide

Quick Answer: Orange County divorce filing fees are $409. The county is part of Florida's Ninth Judicial Circuit and has unique considerations for tourism industry workers and Central Florida's diverse population.

Orange County, the heart of Central Florida and home to Orlando, handles divorces through the Ninth Judicial Circuit court system.

Orange County Divorce Filing Fees (2026)

Fee TypeAmount
Dissolution of Marriage Filing$409.00
Summons Issuance$10.00
E-Filing Service FeeVaries
Process Server (Sheriff)$40.00
Process Server (Private)$25-$55
Total to Get Started$459-$514

Where to File: Orange County Courthouse

Orange County Courthouse

425 N. Orange Avenue

Orlando, FL 32801

Family Law Division:

Thomas S. Kirk Justice Center

19 W. Central Blvd.

Orlando, FL 32801

Hours: Monday-Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Self-Help Center:

  • Phone: (407) 836-2060
  • Location: 425 N. Orange Ave, Suite 130

Unique Orlando Considerations

Tourism Industry Employment

Many Orange County residents work in tourism/hospitality:

  • Variable income (tips, seasonal work)
  • Non-traditional schedules affecting custody
  • Benefits tied to specific employers

Theme Park Benefits

Divorces often involve division of:

  • Annual pass benefits
  • Stock in entertainment companies
  • Vacation club memberships

Diverse Population

Orlando's diverse community creates:

  • Bilingual documentation needs
  • Property in other countries
  • International jurisdiction issues

Orange County Timeline

Divorce TypeTypical Timeline
Uncontested, no children4-6 weeks
Uncontested, with children6-9 weeks
Contested, settles4-6 months
Contested, trial8-14 months

Orange County Attorney Fees

Attorney TypeTypical Cost
Traditional hourly ($250-$400/hr)$10,000-$30,000+
Our AI-powered flat fee$995-$1,495

Local Resources

Legal Aid:

  • Legal Aid Society of Orange County: (407) 841-8310
  • Community Legal Services: (407) 228-8210

Domestic Violence:

  • Harbor House: (407) 886-2856
  • 24-Hour Hotline: (407) 886-2244

Cities Served in Orange County

  • Orlando
  • Winter Park
  • Maitland
  • Apopka
  • Winter Garden
  • Ocoee
  • Lake Buena Vista
  • Dr. Phillips
  • Windermere
  • All Orange County areas

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About the Author

Antonio G. Jimenez, Esq.

Florida Bar #21022 · 20+ Years Experience · LL.M. Trial Advocacy

Antonio is the founder of Divorce.law and creator of Victoria AI, our AI legal intake specialist. A U.S. Navy veteran and former felony prosecutor, he has handled thousands of family law cases across Florida. He built this firm to deliver efficient, transparent legal services using technology he developed himself.

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