North Central Florida · Eighth Judicial Circuit
Bradford County Uncontested Divorce Lawyer — $750 Flat Fee
For Bradford County couples who agree, we remove the expensive parts of divorce while keeping the attorney-drafted settlement agreement. Same flat $750 attorney fee with or without children — 100% remote, attorney-prepared and attorney-reviewed before filing.
$750 flat attorney fee
Same price with or without children. No retainer, no hourly billing.
Court filing fee — separate
About $425 (includes the card convenience fee), paid to the Bradford County Clerk of Court.
Remote notary — separate
Remote online notarization is separate and paid directly to the independent notary.
Filing your divorce in Bradford County
Bradford County is part of Florida's Eighth Judicial Circuit. Your uncontested dissolution is filed with the Bradford County Clerk of Court through the Florida Courts E-Filing Portal — you never have to visit the courthouse. Court procedures and judicial review can vary by county. After filing, the clerk issues your case number and routes the case according to local procedure.
You don't need litigation pricing for a non-litigation divorce — but you still need attorney-drafted documents. Every document is reviewed by Antonio G. Jimenez, Esq. · Florida Bar #21022 before filing. The firm represents the purchasing spouse; your spouse may sign as an unrepresented party and may seek independent legal advice.
By Antonio G. Jimenez | Florida Bar No. 21022 | Last Reviewed: June 2026
# Uncontested Divorce in Bradford County, Florida (2026 Guide)
FloridaDivorce.law handles a flat-fee $750 uncontested divorce for Bradford County, 100% remote and attorney-prepared and reviewed before anything is filed. You and your spouse agree the marriage is irretrievably broken under Fla. Stat. §61.052. The $395 court filing fee is separate and paid to the clerk. You never drive to Starke or set foot in an office. We prepare, review, and file everything for you.
Does Your Bradford County Divorce Qualify as Uncontested?
Your divorce qualifies as uncontested when you and your spouse agree on every issue, including property, debts, and any matters involving children. An uncontested case is not about whether you have assets or kids. It is about whether you agree on how to handle them. When you agree, the case moves quickly and cleanly. When you do not, it becomes contested, and the cost and timeline change entirely.
| Your situation | Likely uncontested? |
|---|---|
| No children and no shared property or debt | Yes, almost always |
| You have children or property, but agree on everything | Yes, if the agreement is complete |
| Your spouse is non-responsive or hard to locate | Maybe, depends on service of process |
| You actively disagree on money, property, or the children | No, this is a contested matter |
In my experience, the biggest reason a case slips out of "uncontested" status is not a major fight. It is one unresolved detail, like who keeps a vehicle or how a tax refund gets split. We surface those details early so they never derail your filing.
How Much Does an Uncontested Divorce Cost in Bradford County?
An uncontested divorce in Bradford County involves our flat $750 attorney fee plus a handful of separate, predictable costs paid to the court and vendors. There is no hourly billing and no surprise invoice. Here is the full picture so you can budget with confidence.
| Cost | Amount | Paid to |
|---|---|---|
| Court filing fee (petitioner) | $395 | Bradford Clerk of the Circuit Court |
| Service of process (if needed) | Varies | Sheriff or private process server |
| Parenting course (if minor children) | Approx. $20–$40 | State-approved provider |
| Flat-fee attorney (document prep, review, filing) | $750 | FloridaDivorce.law |
Our flat fee covers document preparation, attorney review, filing with the clerk, and guidance through to your final judgment. The price is the same whether or not you have minor children. When children are involved, the package simply adds a parenting plan, a child support guidelines worksheet, and the required disclosures, all at the same flat rate.
What Are the Residency Requirements to File for Divorce in Bradford County?
At least one spouse must have lived in Florida for a minimum of six months before you file, under Fla. Stat. §61.021. This is a hard requirement. The court cannot grant your divorce without it. You do not both need to meet the six-month mark. One spouse satisfying it is enough for the case to proceed in Bradford County.
You prove residency with a Florida driver's license, a Florida voter registration card, or a sworn affidavit from a third party who can confirm you have lived in the state. Most clients use their driver's license, which is the simplest path. We confirm your proof is in order before we file, so the residency element never becomes a problem at the hearing.
What if I just moved to Bradford County?
The six-month clock runs on Florida residency, not Bradford County residency. If you lived elsewhere in Florida for the past six months and recently moved to Bradford County, you still meet the requirement under Fla. Stat. §61.021. Bradford County is simply where you file because it is now your home county. If neither spouse has lived in Florida for six full months, you must wait until that mark is reached before filing anywhere in the state.
How Do You File for an Uncontested Divorce in Bradford County? (Step-by-Step)
Filing an uncontested divorce in Bradford County follows a clear, repeatable sequence, and we handle the heavy lifting at each step.
What Forms Do You Need for an Uncontested Divorce in Bradford County?
An uncontested Bradford County divorce relies on a defined set of Florida Supreme Court approved family law forms, and we prepare each one correctly the first time.
| Form number | Form name | When required |
|---|---|---|
| 12.901(a) | Petition for Simplified Dissolution of Marriage | Both spouses sign, no minor children, no alimony |
| 12.901(b)(1) | Petition for Dissolution, No Dependent or Minor Children | Regular dissolution without children |
| 12.901(b)(2) | Petition for Dissolution, With Dependent or Minor Children | Regular dissolution with children |
| 12.902(b)/(c) | Family Law Financial Affidavit | Mandatory financial disclosure |
| 12.902(f)(3) | Marital Settlement Agreement | Sets out your agreed terms |
| 12.913 | Service of process forms | When a spouse must be served |
| 12.990 | Final Judgment of Dissolution of Marriage | Signed by the judge to finalize |
You can review the official, current versions of these forms at flcourts.gov. We always work from the latest approved versions, because outdated forms are a common reason clerks reject a filing.
Not sure if your divorce qualifies as uncontested? Ask Victoria a free question and get an answer in minutes.
How Long Does an Uncontested Divorce Take in Bradford County?
Most uncontested divorces in Bradford County finish within a few weeks to a couple of months, depending on court scheduling. The single biggest variable is the court's calendar, which varies by county and by season. Here is a realistic stage-by-stage breakdown.
| Stage | Realistic timing |
|---|---|
| Document preparation | 2–5 business days |
| Filing with the clerk | 1–2 business days |
| 20-day waiting period (Fla. Stat. §61.19) | 20 days minimum |
| Final hearing or review | 1–4 weeks, by court schedule |
| Total realistic range | 4–8 weeks |
The 20-day waiting period under Fla. Stat. §61.19 is a floor, not a ceiling. The court may enter judgment sooner for good cause in some situations, but you should plan around that minimum. As a small, rural North Central Florida county, Bradford County often moves uncontested cases efficiently once everything is filed correctly.
What Happens at the Final Hearing for an Uncontested Divorce in Bradford County?
At the final hearing, the judge confirms the basics: residency, that the marriage is irretrievably broken, and that your settlement is complete and signed. The hearing is brief and routine for a properly prepared uncontested case. The judge reviews your paperwork, asks a few short questions, and signs the Final Judgment of Dissolution. Because we prepare your documents to the court's standard, there are rarely surprises.
Can the final hearing be waived in Bradford County?
In many uncontested cases, especially simplified dissolutions, the court can finalize on the documents with a very short appearance or, in some circumstances, without a contested-style hearing at all. Whether a brief appearance is needed depends on the judge and the type of petition filed. We advise you on exactly what to expect for your specific case, and because everything is handled remotely, you are never guessing about the process.
Why Bradford County Residents Choose FloridaDivorce.law
Everything is handled remotely, which matters when you live in a rural county and a courthouse trip means real time off work. You complete your part from home, on your schedule. There is no office visit, no waiting room, and no commute to Starke just to sign paperwork or ask a question.
Your fee is flat and fully disclosed up front. You pay $750 for attorney-prepared documents, attorney review, filing, and guidance to final judgment. There is no hourly meter and no surprise billing. The $395 court filing fee and any service costs are separate, and we tell you about them before you ever pay.
Victoria, our AI assistant, prepares your documents in minutes by gathering your information through a simple guided conversation. A licensed Florida attorney then reviews every document before it is filed. You get the speed of smart technology with the judgment of a real attorney standing behind your case.
Here is the clear difference: a flat $750, the same with or without minor children, attorney-prepared and reviewed, 100% remote, serving all 67 Florida counties. That is a sharp contrast with do-it-yourself form sites that leave you alone with the paperwork and hourly-billing firms whose final cost you cannot predict. For Bradford County families, it means a clean, affordable path forward.
Bradford County is one of Florida's smallest and most rural counties, and getting to the courthouse in Starke is not always convenient when you are juggling work and family. That is exactly why we built this to run remotely from start to finish. You and your spouse can resolve your divorce without missing a day of work or driving across the county. If you are both ready to move forward, we are ready to handle the rest.
About the Author: Antonio G. Jimenez is a Florida-licensed family law attorney (Bar No. 21022) and founder of FloridaDivorce.law. He handles flat-fee uncontested divorces for clients throughout all 67 Florida counties. All filings are handled remotely, so clients never need to appear at a courthouse or law office.
This article was written by Antonio G. Jimenez, Florida Bar No. 21022, and is intended for general informational purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice and does not create an attorney-client relationship. Florida law and court procedures may change. Verify all procedural requirements with the Bradford Clerk of the Circuit Court or a licensed Florida attorney before filing.
Significant assets, but you agree?
Large dollar amounts don't make a case contested — disagreement does. Your marital settlement agreement can cover the home, mortgage payoff or refinance deadlines, deed/title transfer, bank and investment accounts, retirement (QDRO referral if needed), vehicles, debts, and agreed obligations.
How agreed asset division worksThis isn't the right service if…
- your spouse won't sign, or you're still negotiating
- there is domestic violence, coercion, or fear
- you need discovery, an injunction, or emergency relief
- you disagree about parenting, support, alimony, property, or debt
- you want one attorney to represent both spouses
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Bradford County Uncontested Divorce — FAQ
How much does an uncontested divorce cost in Bradford County?
Our flat attorney fee is $750 for an uncontested divorce in Bradford County — the same price whether or not you have minor children. The court filing fee (about $425, including the card convenience fee) and the remote online notary are separate. The remote notary is paid directly to the independent notary.
Do I have to go to the Bradford County courthouse?
No — the process is 100% remote. In many uncontested cases, no final hearing is required when the court accepts the signed paperwork. Court procedures and judicial review can vary by county; after filing, the Bradford County Clerk of Court issues your case number and routes the case according to local procedure.
Is this attorney representation or a DIY forms service?
This is attorney representation. Your documents are attorney-prepared and reviewed by Antonio G. Jimenez, Esq. (Florida Bar #21022) before anything is signed or filed — not DIY forms.
We have significant assets but we agree. Can it still be uncontested in Bradford County?
Yes. Large dollar amounts don't make a case contested — disagreement does. If you both agree, your marital settlement agreement can cover the home, mortgage payoff or refinance deadlines, deed/title transfer, bank and investment accounts, retirement (with a QDRO referral if needed), vehicles, debts, and agreed obligations.
Which court handles my Bradford County divorce?
Bradford County is part of Florida's Eighth Judicial Circuit. Your dissolution is filed with the Bradford County Clerk of Court through the Florida Courts E-Filing Portal.
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