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Santa Rosa County Uncontested Divorce Lawyer — $750 Flat Fee
For Santa Rosa 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 Santa Rosa County Clerk of Court.
Remote notary — separate
Remote online notarization is separate and paid directly to the independent notary.
Filing your divorce in Santa Rosa County
Santa Rosa County is part of Florida's First Judicial Circuit. Your uncontested dissolution is filed with the Santa Rosa 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 Santa Rosa County, Florida (2026 Guide)
FloridaDivorce.law handles a flat-fee $750 uncontested divorce for Santa Rosa County residents, 100% remote, with every document attorney-prepared and reviewed before it reaches the clerk. You pay the separate $400 court filing fee directly to the Santa Rosa Clerk of the Circuit Court. Your divorce qualifies as uncontested when both spouses agree the marriage is irretrievably broken under Fla. Stat. §61.052.
Does Your Santa Rosa County Divorce Qualify as Uncontested?
Your divorce is uncontested when you and your spouse agree on every issue, including property, debt, and any time-sharing for minor children. That agreement is the dividing line between a clean flat-fee case and a contested fight that runs up hourly bills.
| Your situation | Likely uncontested? |
|---|---|
| No children and no shared property | Yes, almost always |
| Children or property, but you agree on everything | Yes, with a written agreement |
| Spouse will not respond or has disappeared | Sometimes, by default after proper service |
| You actively disagree on money, debt, or kids | No, this is contested |
In my experience, most Santa Rosa County couples who think their case is too complicated for a flat fee are actually fully uncontested. They simply have a house or a retirement account and assume that means a courtroom battle. It usually does not. What matters is whether you agree, not how much you own.
How Much Does an Uncontested Divorce Cost in Santa Rosa County?
An uncontested divorce in Santa Rosa County costs $750 in flat attorney fees through FloridaDivorce.law, plus the court's separate $400 filing fee and a few small pass-through costs. The price is the same whether or not you have minor children, because the work is predictable when both spouses agree.
| Cost item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Court filing fee (paid to the clerk) | $400 |
| Service of process (if spouse must be served) | Varies; often waived when spouses cooperate |
| Parenting course (only if minor children) | Around $25 to $50 per parent |
| Flat-fee attorney (FloridaDivorce.law) | $750 |
What Are the Residency Requirements to File for Divorce in Santa Rosa County?
At least one spouse must live in Florida for six months before you file, under Fla. Stat. §61.021. This is a hard requirement, and the court cannot grant your divorce without it. You prove residency with a Florida driver's license, a voter registration card, or the sworn testimony of a corroborating witness.
You file in Santa Rosa County when either spouse lives here, even if you married in another state. The marriage location does not matter for filing. Only your current Florida residency does.
What if I just moved to Santa Rosa County?
The six-month clock counts your time anywhere in Florida, not only in Santa Rosa County. If you lived in Escambia County or Okaloosa County before moving to Milton or Navarre, that time still counts toward the six months. You only need to have reached six months of Florida residency by the day you file, and you file in the county where you now live.
How Do You File for an Uncontested Divorce in Santa Rosa County? (Step-by-Step)
You file by preparing the correct forms, e-filing them with the Santa Rosa Clerk of the Circuit Court, and waiting out a short statutory period before the judge signs your final judgment. Here is the path most uncontested cases follow.
This sequence is exactly what FloridaDivorce.law manages for you, so you never have to decode which form applies to your situation.
What Forms Do You Need for an Uncontested Divorce in Santa Rosa County?
You need the right combination of Florida Supreme Court approved family law forms, and the exact set depends on whether you have children and how you serve your spouse. Florida Family Law Rule of Procedure 12.285 requires mandatory financial disclosure in nearly every case.
| Form number | Form name | When required |
|---|---|---|
| Form 12.901(a) | Petition for Simplified Dissolution of Marriage | No minor children, both spouses sign together |
| Form 12.901(b)(1) / (b)(2) | Petition for Dissolution of Marriage (with / without children) | Regular uncontested dissolution |
| Form 12.902 series | Family Law Financial Affidavit and disclosure or waiver | Financial disclosure under Rule 12.285 |
| Form 12.913 | Documents related to service of process | When a spouse must be formally served |
| Form 12.990 series | Final Judgment of Dissolution of Marriage | Signed by the judge to finalize |
You can review the official forms at flcourts.gov. Property division follows Fla. Stat. §61.075, and any child support is set under Fla. Stat. §61.30 when minor children are involved.
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 Santa Rosa County?
Most uncontested divorces in Santa Rosa County finish within four to eight weeks, though court scheduling varies by county and season. The 20-day waiting period under Fla. Stat. §61.19 sets the floor, and the rest depends on how quickly the documents are prepared and signed.
| Stage | Typical timing |
|---|---|
| Document preparation and review | A few days to one week |
| Filing and service | 1 to 3 days |
| 20-day waiting period (Fla. Stat. §61.19) | 20 days minimum |
| Final hearing or paperwork review | 1 to 4 weeks, depending on the court calendar |
| Total realistic range | About 4 to 8 weeks |
Court timing is the one variable no firm fully controls. The Santa Rosa Clerk of the Circuit Court and the First Judicial Circuit set their own hearing calendars, so your total can shift with their workload.
What Happens at the Final Hearing for an Uncontested Divorce in Santa Rosa County?
The final hearing is short, and in an uncontested case it is usually a brief confirmation that you still want the divorce and that your agreement is voluntary. You testify that the marriage is irretrievably broken under Fla. Stat. §61.052, the judge reviews your settlement, and the final judgment is signed. Many clients are surprised that it can take just a few minutes.
Can the final hearing be waived in Santa Rosa County?
In some uncontested cases, the court can finalize on the paperwork without requiring both spouses to appear, and a simplified dissolution under Form 12.901(a) often involves only a single short appearance. Whether your hearing can be waived or handled remotely depends on the judge assigned within the First Judicial Circuit. FloridaDivorce.law prepares your case so it is ready for either path, and we tell you which one applies before your hearing date.
Why Santa Rosa County Residents Choose FloridaDivorce.law
We handle your entire divorce remotely, so you never drive to a courthouse or sit in a law office waiting room. You work with us by phone, email, and secure upload from your home in Milton, Navarre, or Gulf Breeze. Everything that needs a signature is handled electronically.
The price is a flat $750, with no hourly meter and no surprise billing at the end. You know the cost before you start, and that number does not change because your spouse calls with a question or your case takes an extra week. Predictable cost is the whole point.
Our AI assistant, Victoria, prepares your documents in minutes by walking you through a guided interview, and then a licensed Florida attorney reviews every page before anything is filed. You get the speed of modern software with the judgment of a real lawyer standing behind the work.
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 guessing and hourly-billing firms that grow more expensive the longer your case takes. For Santa Rosa County's fast-growing, often military-connected families, remote handling means a deployment, a transfer, or a packed schedule never stalls your divorce.
Santa Rosa County has grown quickly as a Pensacola suburb, drawing military families and newcomers to Milton, Navarre, and Gulf Breeze who often have demanding schedules and little time for courthouse trips. We handle your uncontested divorce entirely remotely, so you never have to drive to Milton or rearrange your week around a filing window. From the six-month residency check to the final judgment, your case is prepared, reviewed, and filed for you. When you are ready to move forward cleanly, we are here 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 Santa Rosa 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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Santa Rosa County Uncontested Divorce — FAQ
How much does an uncontested divorce cost in Santa Rosa County?
Our flat attorney fee is $750 for an uncontested divorce in Santa Rosa 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 Santa Rosa 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 Santa Rosa 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 Santa Rosa 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 Santa Rosa County divorce?
Santa Rosa County is part of Florida's First Judicial Circuit. Your dissolution is filed with the Santa Rosa County Clerk of Court through the Florida Courts E-Filing Portal.
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