Southwest Florida · Twentieth Judicial Circuit
Glades County Uncontested Divorce Lawyer — $750 Flat Fee
For Glades 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 Glades County Clerk of Court.
Remote notary — separate
Remote online notarization is separate and paid directly to the independent notary.
Filing your divorce in Glades County
Glades County is part of Florida's Twentieth Judicial Circuit. Your uncontested dissolution is filed with the Glades 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 Glades County, Florida (2026 Guide)
FloridaDivorce.law handles a flat-fee $750 uncontested divorce for Glades County residents, prepared and reviewed by a licensed attorney before anything is filed, and done 100% remotely. You pay the separate $395 court filing fee directly to the clerk. Your marriage qualifies when it is irretrievably broken under Fla. Stat. §61.052 and you and your spouse agree on the terms.
Does Your Glades County Divorce Qualify as Uncontested?
Your divorce is uncontested when you and your spouse agree on every issue, including property, debts, and any matters involving children. That single fact, agreement, is what separates a clean $750 flat-fee case from a contested fight that runs into the thousands. You do not need to agree happily; you only need to agree on the terms.
| Your situation | Likely uncontested? |
|---|---|
| No children and no shared property | Yes, this is the simplest path |
| Children or property, but full agreement on all terms | Yes, agreement is what matters, not complexity |
| Spouse is non-responsive or cannot be located | Sometimes, a different procedure may apply |
| Active disagreement on money, property, or children | No, this is a contested matter |
In my experience, the couples who think their case is "too complicated" for an uncontested divorce are usually wrong. What makes a case contested is conflict, not the number of assets. Two spouses who own a home and have two children but agree on how to divide everything will move faster and cheaper than one childless couple still arguing over a vehicle.
How Much Does an Uncontested Divorce Cost in Glades County?
The predictable, all-in cost of an uncontested divorce in Glades County is the $395 court filing fee plus our flat $750 attorney fee, with a few small situational costs in between. There is no surprise billing and no hourly clock.
| Cost | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Court filing fee (petitioner) | $395 | Paid to the Glades Clerk of the Circuit Court |
| Service of process | Varies | Only if your spouse will not sign a waiver |
| Parenting course (if minor children) | ~$25-$50 | Required online course when children are involved |
| Flat-fee attorney (FloridaDivorce.law) | $750 | Document preparation, attorney review, and filing |
What Are the Residency Requirements to File for Divorce in Glades County?
At least one spouse must have lived in Florida for six months before you file, under Fla. Stat. §61.021. This is a firm requirement, and the court cannot grant a divorce without it. You prove residency with a Florida driver's license, a Florida voter registration, or the sworn testimony of a corroborating witness.
You do not have to have lived in Glades County specifically for six months. The six-month rule is statewide. As long as one spouse has been a Florida resident for that period, you can file in Glades County if either spouse currently lives here.
What if I just moved to Glades County?
A recent move into Glades County does not reset anything, as long as one spouse already meets the six-month Florida residency requirement. If you moved to Florida from another state less than six months ago, you must wait until that six-month mark before filing. We can prepare your documents in advance so you are ready to file the day you qualify.
How Do You File for an Uncontested Divorce in Glades County? (Step-by-Step)
Filing an uncontested divorce in Glades County follows a clear sequence, and we handle the technical steps for you. Here is the path your case takes from start to finish.
What Forms Do You Need for an Uncontested Divorce in Glades County?
An uncontested divorce in Glades County uses a standard set of Florida Supreme Court approved family law forms, and the exact set depends on whether you have children or property. The most common forms are below.
| Form number | Form name | When required |
|---|---|---|
| 12.901(a) | Petition for Simplified Dissolution of Marriage | No children, no property dispute, both spouses sign |
| 12.901(b)(1) | Petition for Dissolution of Marriage with Dependent Children | Minor children are involved |
| 12.901(b)(2) | Petition for Dissolution of Marriage with Property but No Dependent Children | Property to divide, no minor children |
| 12.902 series | Family Law Financial Affidavit / Waiver | Financial disclosure under Rule 12.285 |
| 12.913 | Service forms | When a spouse must be formally served |
| 12.990 series | Final Judgment of Dissolution of Marriage | Entered by the court to finalize |
The complete, official versions of these forms are published at flcourts.gov. Using the wrong petition is one of the most common reasons a self-filed case gets rejected, which is exactly the kind of error attorney review prevents.
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 Glades County?
Most uncontested divorces in Glades County finalize within four to eight weeks, with the mandatory 20-day waiting period being the one timeline you cannot speed up. Court scheduling varies by county and season.
| Stage | Realistic timing |
|---|---|
| Document preparation | 2-5 business days |
| Filing with the clerk | 1 day once documents are signed |
| 20-day waiting period (Fla. Stat. §61.19) | 20 days minimum |
| Final hearing or judicial review | 1-3 weeks, depending on court calendar |
| Total realistic range | 4-8 weeks |
Court timing varies by county, and a small rural circuit may have a lighter or heavier calendar at different times of year. We keep your case moving so the only real wait is the statutory one.
What Happens at the Final Hearing for an Uncontested Divorce in Glades County?
At a final hearing the judge confirms that the marriage is irretrievably broken, that both spouses understand the settlement agreement, and that residency was met, then signs the Final Judgment. For a true uncontested case, this is a short and routine proceeding, often lasting only a few minutes. When property is divided, the judge confirms the division is consistent with the agreement and Fla. Stat. §61.075, and when children are involved, that the parenting plan and any support follow Fla. Stat. §61.30.
Can the final hearing be waived in Glades County?
In many simplified dissolution cases, the court still asks the petitioner to appear briefly, but appearances are increasingly handled by video or phone. Whether a hearing is required, and whether it can be done remotely, depends on the judge and the specific facts of your case. We tell you exactly what to expect for your matter so there are no surprises, and remote handling means you are not driving across the county for a five-minute appearance.
Why Glades County Residents Choose FloridaDivorce.law
Everything is handled remotely, so you never set foot in a law office. You upload your information from home, we prepare and review your documents, and we file them electronically with the Glades Clerk of the Circuit Court. For a small inland county where the nearest office can be a long drive, that convenience matters.
Your fee is a flat $750, the same whether or not you have minor children. With children, the package simply adds the parenting plan and child support worksheet. There is no hourly billing, no retainer, and no surprise invoice at the end. You know your full attorney cost before you begin.
Our AI assistant, Victoria, gathers your information and helps prepare your documents in minutes rather than weeks. A licensed Florida attorney then reviews every document before it is filed, so you get the speed of technology with the judgment of a real lawyer standing behind your paperwork.
That combination, a flat $750 attorney-prepared and reviewed divorce, handled 100% remotely across all 67 Florida counties, is a sharp contrast to do-it-yourself form sites that leave you guessing and hourly firms that bill you for every phone call. Glades County residents get the same careful handling whether they live in Moore Haven or out on a ranch road far from town.
Glades County is one of Florida's smallest and most rural counties, where the courthouse in Moore Haven sits a long way from many of the homes and ranches it serves. You should not have to take a day off and drive across the county just to end a marriage both of you agree is over. We handle the entire uncontested process remotely, from preparation through filing with the clerk, so your case moves forward while you stay home. When you are ready, we are here to make it simple.
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 Glades 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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Glades County Uncontested Divorce — FAQ
How much does an uncontested divorce cost in Glades County?
Our flat attorney fee is $750 for an uncontested divorce in Glades 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 Glades 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 Glades 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 Glades 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 Glades County divorce?
Glades County is part of Florida's Twentieth Judicial Circuit. Your dissolution is filed with the Glades County Clerk of Court through the Florida Courts E-Filing Portal.
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