North Central Florida · Third Judicial Circuit
Dixie County Uncontested Divorce Lawyer — $750 Flat Fee
For Dixie 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 Dixie County Clerk of Court.
Remote notary — separate
Remote online notarization is separate and paid directly to the independent notary.
Filing your divorce in Dixie County
Dixie County is part of Florida's Third Judicial Circuit. Your uncontested dissolution is filed with the Dixie 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 Dixie County, Florida (2026 Guide)
FloridaDivorce.law handles your flat-fee $750 uncontested divorce for Dixie County entirely online, with every document attorney-prepared and reviewed before it reaches the court. You never visit an office. The Dixie County court filing fee is $395 and is paid separately. Florida only requires that your marriage is irretrievably broken under Fla. Stat. §61.052, with no fault to prove.
Does Your Dixie County Divorce Qualify as Uncontested?
Your divorce qualifies as uncontested when you and your spouse agree on every issue, including any property, debts, and time-sharing for children. Florida does not require you to prove fault. You only need to state that the marriage is irretrievably broken under Fla. Stat. §61.052. The question that matters is agreement, not whether your situation is simple or complicated.
| Your situation | Likely uncontested? |
|---|---|
| No children and no shared property or debt | Yes, almost always |
| Children or property, but you both agree on every term | Yes, with a written settlement |
| Spouse is non-responsive or cannot be located | Sometimes, with proper service or constructive service |
| You actively disagree on support, property, or the children | No, this is a contested matter |
In my experience, most Dixie County couples who think their case is too complicated for an uncontested divorce are wrong. Owning a home, splitting a retirement account, or sharing children does not make a divorce contested. What makes it contested is disagreement. If you both want the same outcome, we can usually document it cleanly.
How Much Does an Uncontested Divorce Cost in Dixie County?
The full cost of an uncontested divorce in Dixie County is the $395 court filing fee plus our flat $750 attorney fee, with a few small situational costs. There is no hourly billing and no surprise charges. Here is the complete breakdown so you can plan with a predictable cost.
| Cost item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Court filing fee (paid to the clerk) | $395 |
| Service of process (if spouse must be served) | Varies; often waived when your spouse signs voluntarily |
| Parenting course (only if you have minor children) | Typically $20 to $40 per parent, taken online |
| Flat-fee attorney (FloridaDivorce.law) | $750 |
What Are the Residency Requirements to File for Divorce in Dixie County?
At least one spouse must have lived in Florida for at least six months before you file, under Fla. Stat. §61.021. This is a firm requirement, and the court will dismiss a petition filed before the six-month mark is met. You do not both need to be Florida residents. One qualifying spouse is enough, and you prove residency with a Florida driver's license, voter registration, or a witness affidavit.
What if I just moved to Dixie County?
You can still file in Dixie County the day you arrive, as long as either you or your spouse has met the six-month Florida residency requirement. The six months counts statewide, not by county. If you recently moved from another state and neither spouse has six months of Florida residency yet, you will need to wait until that threshold is met before filing under Fla. Stat. §61.021.
How Do You File for an Uncontested Divorce in Dixie County? (Step-by-Step)
Filing an uncontested divorce in Dixie County follows a clear sequence from preparing your petition through entry of the final judgment. Here is the process step by step.
If any of this feels uncertain, that is exactly what we handle for you. Our team prepares and e-files everything, so you never log into the portal or contact the clerk yourself.
What Forms Do You Need for an Uncontested Divorce in Dixie County?
A Dixie County uncontested divorce uses the Florida Supreme Court approved family law forms, and the exact set depends on whether you have children and which track you choose. The table below shows the core forms.
| Form number | Form name | When required |
|---|---|---|
| 12.901(a) | Petition for Simplified Dissolution of Marriage | When both spouses file together and qualify for the simplified track |
| 12.901(b)(1) | Petition for Dissolution of Marriage with Dependent or Minor Children | Regular dissolution when you share minor children |
| 12.901(b)(2) | Petition for Dissolution of Marriage with Property but No Dependent or Minor Children | Regular dissolution with property and no minor children |
| 12.902(b) / 12.902(c) | Family Law Financial Affidavit | Mandatory financial disclosure under Florida Family Law Rule of Procedure 12.285 |
| 12.902(f)(3) | Marital Settlement Agreement | When you have a written agreement on property, debt, or children |
| 12.913 | Service and certificate of service forms | When your spouse must be formally served |
| 12.990 | Final Judgment of Dissolution of Marriage | Signed by the judge to finalize your divorce |
You can review the official versions on the state court website at flcourts.gov. Financial disclosure is mandatory under Florida Family Law Rule of Procedure 12.285, though spouses in some uncontested cases may agree to a limited waiver.
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 Dixie County?
Most uncontested divorces in Dixie County finish within a few weeks once both spouses cooperate. The single fixed delay is the 20-day waiting period under Fla. Stat. §61.19. Court scheduling timing varies by county and by the judge's calendar.
| Stage | Realistic timing |
|---|---|
| Document preparation | 2 to 5 business days |
| E-filing with the Dixie Clerk | 1 day |
| 20-day waiting period (Fla. Stat. §61.19) | 20 days minimum |
| Final hearing or judicial review | Varies by court calendar |
| Total realistic range | About 4 to 8 weeks |
What Happens at the Final Hearing for an Uncontested Divorce in Dixie County?
The final hearing for an uncontested divorce is short, often only a few minutes, and confirms that your agreement is voluntary and your marriage is irretrievably broken. A judge reviews your paperwork, may ask a few brief questions to confirm you understand and agree to the terms, and then signs the final judgment under the standards in Fla. Stat. §61.052. There is no testimony about fault and no argument over evidence.
Can the final hearing be waived in Dixie County?
In many simplified and uncontested cases, the court can finalize the divorce without an in-person hearing, or it may hold a very brief appearance that can sometimes be conducted remotely. Whether a hearing is required depends on the judge and the specifics of your case. We prepare your file so it is ready for the smoothest path the court allows, and we tell you in advance what to expect.
Why Dixie County Residents Choose FloridaDivorce.law
We handle your entire case remotely, which matters in a rural Gulf Coast county where the courthouse in Cross City is a real drive for many residents. You complete everything from home, by phone and online, and never sit in a waiting room. Your time stays your own while we do the procedural work.
Our fee is a flat $750 with no surprise billing. You know the cost before you start, and it does not climb because a form needed revising or a call ran long. The court filing fee and any small situational costs are separate and clearly explained, so there are no hidden line items waiting at the end.
Victoria, our document assistant, gathers your information and prepares your paperwork in minutes rather than days. A licensed Florida attorney then reviews every document before anything is filed. You get the speed of smart technology paired with the judgment of a real attorney standing behind your case.
Our fee is a flat $750 whether or not you have minor children, attorney-prepared and reviewed, and 100% remote across all 67 Florida counties, which is a sharp contrast with do-it-yourself form sites that leave you alone and hourly-billing firms that meter every minute. For Dixie County families who want this handled correctly and affordably, that combination is hard to match anywhere in the Third Judicial Circuit.
Dixie County is one of Florida's smallest and most rural communities, where a trip to the Cross City courthouse can eat up an entire morning. You should not have to take a day off work or drive across the county to end a marriage you both agree is over. We handle your uncontested divorce remotely from start to finish, so you stay home while we manage the filing with the Dixie Clerk of the Circuit Court. When you are ready to move forward cleanly, we are ready to help.
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 Dixie 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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Dixie County Uncontested Divorce — FAQ
How much does an uncontested divorce cost in Dixie County?
Our flat attorney fee is $750 for an uncontested divorce in Dixie 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 Dixie 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 Dixie 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 Dixie 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 Dixie County divorce?
Dixie County is part of Florida's Third Judicial Circuit. Your dissolution is filed with the Dixie County Clerk of Court through the Florida Courts E-Filing Portal.
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