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Hillsborough County Uncontested Divorce Lawyer — $750 Flat Fee
For Hillsborough 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 Hillsborough County Clerk of Court.
Remote notary — separate
Remote online notarization is separate and paid directly to the independent notary.
Filing your divorce in Hillsborough County
Hillsborough County is part of Florida's Thirteenth Judicial Circuit. Your uncontested dissolution is filed with the Hillsborough 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 Hillsborough County, Florida (2026 Guide)
FloridaDivorce.law handles a flat-fee $750 uncontested divorce for Hillsborough County residents, 100% remote, with every document attorney-prepared and reviewed before it reaches the clerk. You pay a separate $408 court filing fee. Under Fla. Stat. §61.052, you only need to state your marriage is irretrievably broken. No office visit and no driving to Tampa are ever required.
Does Your Hillsborough County Divorce Qualify as Uncontested?
Your divorce is uncontested when you and your spouse agree on every issue, including property, debts, and any children. Florida does not require you to prove fault, so the question is simply whether you two have reached agreement or are still fighting it out. The table below shows how common situations usually sort out.
| Your situation | Likely uncontested? |
|---|---|
| No children and no shared property | Yes, this is the cleanest path |
| Children or property, but you fully agree on everything | Yes, with a parenting plan and settlement |
| Spouse is non-responsive or cannot be located | Sometimes, through service by publication |
| You actively disagree on money, time-sharing, or the house | No, this is a contested matter |
In my experience, many Hillsborough couples assume they are contested because they have a house or kids, when in fact they agree on almost everything and just need the agreement written correctly. Agreement on the outcome, not the absence of assets, is what makes a divorce uncontested.
How Much Does an Uncontested Divorce Cost in Hillsborough County?
An uncontested divorce in Hillsborough County costs the $408 court filing fee plus our flat $750 attorney fee, with a few small situational costs depending on your facts. There is no hourly billing and no surprise invoice later.
| Cost item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Court filing fee (paid to the clerk) | $408 |
| Service of process (if spouse must be formally served) | Roughly $40 plus sheriff or process server fees |
| Parenting course (only if you have minor children) | Roughly $25 to $50 per parent, online |
| Flat-fee attorney (FloridaDivorce.law) | $750 |
What Are the Residency Requirements to File for Divorce in Hillsborough County?
At least one spouse must have lived in Florida for six months before you file, under Fla. Stat. §61.021. This is a hard statutory requirement, and the court cannot grant your dissolution without it. The six months is about Florida residency, not Hillsborough County specifically, so as long as one of you meets the statewide rule, you can file in Hillsborough where you live.
You typically prove residency with a Florida driver's license, a Florida voter registration, or the sworn testimony of a corroborating witness. The residency must be established before the petition is filed, not after.
What if I just moved to Hillsborough County?
A recent move within Florida does not restart the clock, because Fla. Stat. §61.021 counts your time anywhere in Florida, not just in Hillsborough County. If you moved to Tampa from Orlando last month but have lived in Florida for years, you satisfy the six-month rule. If you just arrived from another state, you generally must wait until you have six months of Florida residency before filing.
How Do You File for an Uncontested Divorce in Hillsborough County? (Step-by-Step)
You file an uncontested divorce in Hillsborough County by preparing the petition and settlement, e-filing through the state portal, and waiting the required statutory period before the court enters your final judgment. Here is the sequence.
When FloridaDivorce.law handles your case, we prepare and file all of this for you so you do not have to learn the portal or guess at the forms. You can reach the clerk's office directly at (813) 276-8100 with questions about your case number.
What Forms Do You Need for an Uncontested Divorce in Hillsborough County?
You need the correct petition from the Form 12.901 series plus financial disclosure, service, and final judgment forms from the Florida Supreme Court approved family law set. The table below shows the core documents.
| Form number | Form name | When required |
|---|---|---|
| 12.901(a) | Petition for Simplified Dissolution of Marriage | No children, no alimony, both spouses sign |
| 12.901(b)(1) | Petition for Dissolution with Dependent or Minor Children | You share minor children |
| 12.901(b)(2) | Petition for Dissolution with No Dependent or Minor Children | No minor children, regular dissolution |
| 12.902(b)/(c) | Family Law Financial Affidavit | Mandatory disclosure under Rule 12.285 |
| 12.902(f)(3) | Marital Settlement Agreement | You have property, debts, or children to divide |
| 12.913 | Service of process forms | When your spouse must be formally served |
| 12.990(a)/(c) | Final Judgment of Dissolution of Marriage | Entered by the judge to finalize your divorce |
You can review the official versions of these forms at flcourts.gov. Using the wrong petition is the most common reason a self-filed Hillsborough divorce gets rejected at the clerk's counter.
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 Hillsborough County?
Most uncontested divorces in Hillsborough County finish in roughly four to eight weeks, driven mainly by the statutory waiting period and the court's calendar. The table below shows a realistic breakdown.
| Stage | Typical time |
|---|---|
| Document preparation and review | 2 to 5 days |
| Filing and service | A few days to 2 weeks |
| 20-day waiting period (Fla. Stat. §61.19) | 20 days minimum after filing |
| Final hearing or judicial review | 1 to 3 weeks, depending on the calendar |
| Total realistic range | About 4 to 8 weeks |
Court timing varies by county and even by judge, so the final hearing date depends on the Thirteenth Judicial Circuit's schedule. The 20-day waiting period under Fla. Stat. §61.19 is the general rule, though the court may enter judgment sooner for good cause.
What Happens at the Final Hearing for an Uncontested Divorce in Hillsborough County?
At the final hearing, the judge confirms your residency, verifies that the marriage is irretrievably broken under Fla. Stat. §61.052, and reviews your settlement before signing the final judgment. For a clean uncontested case, the hearing is usually brief and procedural rather than adversarial.
If you have minor children, the judge confirms your parenting plan and that child support follows the guidelines in Fla. Stat. §61.30. If you divided property, the judge confirms the agreement is consistent with the equitable distribution framework in Fla. Stat. §61.075, since Florida is an equitable-distribution state rather than a community-property state.
Can the final hearing be waived in Hillsborough County?
In many simplified and uncontested cases, the court can finalize the divorce on the documents or by a short hearing where only one spouse appears. Whether an in-person hearing is required depends on your specific facts and the judge assigned in the Thirteenth Judicial Circuit. When we prepare your case, we structure it to be as streamlined as the court will allow.
Why Hillsborough County Residents Choose FloridaDivorce.law
We handle your entire divorce remotely, so you never set foot in a law office or the Tampa courthouse. You sign documents electronically, communicate by phone and email, and let us deal with the clerk and the portal. For busy Hillsborough County families, removing the drive and the waiting room is the whole point.
Our fee is a flat $750, the same price whether or not you have minor children, with no hourly billing and no surprise invoice at the end. When children are involved, that flat fee still covers the added parenting plan, child support guidelines worksheet, and related paperwork. You know your total attorney cost before we begin.
Victoria, our AI assistant, gathers your information and helps prepare your documents in minutes rather than weeks, and then a licensed Florida attorney reviews every page before anything is filed. You get the speed of modern technology with the judgment of an actual lawyer standing behind the work.
That combination is the sharp difference between us and the alternatives: a flat $750, attorney-prepared and reviewed, 100% remote, serving all 67 Florida counties, instead of a blank DIY form site or an open-ended hourly retainer. For Hillsborough County residents in and around Tampa, it means a clean, predictable path through Florida's third-most populous county's busy court system.
Hillsborough County is home to Tampa and ranks as Florida's third-most populous county, which means its family courts carry a heavy caseload and small filing mistakes can cost you weeks. We handle your dissolution entirely online, so you never have to drive downtown, find parking, or take time off work to wait in a courthouse line. From Brandon to South Tampa to Plant City, your case is prepared, reviewed, and filed remotely. If your marriage is over and you both agree, you are welcome to start whenever you are ready.
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 Hillsborough 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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Hillsborough County Uncontested Divorce — FAQ
How much does an uncontested divorce cost in Hillsborough County?
Our flat attorney fee is $750 for an uncontested divorce in Hillsborough 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 Hillsborough 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 Hillsborough 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 Hillsborough 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 Hillsborough County divorce?
Hillsborough County is part of Florida's Thirteenth Judicial Circuit. Your dissolution is filed with the Hillsborough County Clerk of Court through the Florida Courts E-Filing Portal.
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