the Florida Panhandle · Second Judicial Circuit
Wakulla County Uncontested Divorce Lawyer — $750 Flat Fee
For Wakulla 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 Wakulla County Clerk of Court.
Remote notary — separate
Remote online notarization is separate and paid directly to the independent notary.
Filing your divorce in Wakulla County
Wakulla County is part of Florida's Second Judicial Circuit. Your uncontested dissolution is filed with the Wakulla 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 Wakulla County, Florida (2026 Guide)
FloridaDivorce.law handles a flat-fee $750 uncontested divorce for Wakulla County residents, entirely remote, with every document attorney-prepared and reviewed before it reaches the clerk. You and your spouse must agree the marriage is irretrievably broken under Fla. Stat. §61.052. You pay one predictable fee plus the $395 court filing fee. No office visit is required.
Does Your Wakulla County Divorce Qualify as Uncontested?
Your divorce is uncontested when you and your spouse agree on every issue, so there is nothing for a judge to decide. That agreement is what makes the flat-fee path possible, and it is what separates a clean two-week filing from a drawn-out court fight. The table below shows where most Wakulla County couples land.
| Your situation | Likely uncontested? |
|---|---|
| No children and no shared property | Yes, this is the simplest path |
| Children or property, but full agreement on every term | Yes, with a parenting plan or marital settlement agreement |
| One spouse is non-responsive or cannot be located | Possibly, through service by publication, but it needs review |
| Active disagreement on money, property, or time-sharing | No, this is a contested matter |
In my experience, far more Wakulla County couples qualify as uncontested than expect to. People assume that owning a home together or having two kids automatically means a courtroom battle. It does not. If you can sit at the kitchen table and agree on who keeps the house and how holidays are split, you are uncontested, even with assets and children in the picture.
How Much Does an Uncontested Divorce Cost in Wakulla County?
An uncontested divorce in Wakulla County costs the $395 court filing fee plus our flat $750 attorney fee, with a few small situational costs depending on your case. Here is the full breakdown so there are no surprises.
| Cost | Amount |
|---|---|
| Court filing fee (paid to the clerk) | $395 |
| Service of process (only if your spouse will not sign a waiver) | Varies, roughly $40 |
| Parenting course (only if you have minor children) | Roughly $25 to $40 online |
| Flat-fee attorney (FloridaDivorce.law) | $750 |
The $750 is the same whether or not you have minor children. With children, the package simply adds a parenting plan, a child support guidelines worksheet, and a UCCJEA affidavit at no extra charge. You will never get a surprise hourly bill from us.
What Are the Residency Requirements to File for Divorce in Wakulla 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 requirement, and the court will dismiss a petition filed too early. You do not both need to meet it; one spouse satisfying the six-month rule is enough for the marriage to be dissolved in Wakulla County.
The residency must be genuine, meaning Florida is your actual home, not a temporary stay. A Florida driver's license, voter registration, or a lease running back six months all help prove it if the court ever asks.
What if I just moved to Wakulla County?
Moving to Wakulla County from another Florida county does not restart the clock, because the six-month requirement is statewide, not county-specific. If you lived in Leon County or anywhere else in Florida for the past six months and recently moved to Crawfordville, you already qualify. If you just arrived from another state, you must wait until you have six months of Florida residency before filing.
How Do You File for an Uncontested Divorce in Wakulla County? (Step-by-Step)
You file an uncontested divorce in Wakulla County by preparing the petition and agreement, e-filing through the state portal, and completing a short waiting period before final judgment. Here is the sequence we manage for you.
If any step feels uncertain, the Wakulla Clerk of the Circuit Court can answer filing-logistics questions at (850) 926-0905, though the clerk cannot give legal advice. Having an attorney prepare and review the documents is the safer path than guessing at the forms yourself.
What Forms Do You Need for an Uncontested Divorce in Wakulla County?
You need the petition, financial disclosure forms, a service or waiver document, and the final judgment form, all drawn from the Florida Supreme Court approved family law forms. The table below maps the core set.
| 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) / (b)(2) | Petition for Dissolution of Marriage (with or without children) | Standard uncontested cases |
| 12.902 series | Financial Affidavit and disclosure (or waiver) | Required under Rule 12.285 unless properly waived |
| 12.913 | Certificate of Service / process documents | When formal service or a waiver is needed |
| 12.990 series | Final Judgment of Dissolution of Marriage | Entered by the court to finalize the divorce |
The official, current versions of every form live at flcourts.gov. Property division terms in your settlement should reflect the equitable-distribution framework of Fla. Stat. §61.075, which Florida applies instead of community-property rules.
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 Wakulla County?
Most uncontested divorces in Wakulla County finish within a few weeks once both spouses cooperate, with the statutory waiting period being the main fixed delay. Court scheduling varies by county, so treat the range below as realistic rather than guaranteed.
| Stage | Typical timing |
|---|---|
| Document preparation | 1 to 3 business days |
| Filing and service | 1 to 5 days |
| 20-day waiting period (Fla. Stat. §61.19) | 20 days minimum |
| Final hearing or judicial review | Days to a few weeks, depending on the court's calendar |
| Total realistic range | Roughly 3 to 8 weeks |
The 20-day waiting period under Fla. Stat. §61.19 is the general rule, and the court may enter judgment sooner for good cause. The biggest variable is how quickly both spouses sign their documents.
What Happens at the Final Hearing for an Uncontested Divorce in Wakulla County?
At the final hearing, a judge confirms that the marriage is irretrievably broken, that your agreement is fair, and then signs the final judgment dissolving the marriage. The hearing for an uncontested case is short and routine, often only a few minutes, because there is nothing in dispute. The judge reviews your settlement, asks the petitioner to confirm a few basic facts, and enters the Form 12.990 final judgment.
Can the final hearing be waived in Wakulla County?
In many uncontested cases the appearance can be minimal or handled without a traditional in-person hearing, depending on the judge and the type of petition. Simplified dissolutions under Form 12.901(a) may still require a brief appearance by at least one spouse, while some regular uncontested cases can be finalized on the documents. Because this depends on the assigned judge and the facts of your case, we confirm the exact requirement for your filing before you ever need to plan around it.
Why Wakulla County Residents Choose FloridaDivorce.law
We handle your entire divorce remotely, which matters when you live in a small county where the courthouse and law offices are not around the corner. You never drive to an office, never sit in a waiting room, and never take a day off work to meet an attorney. Everything happens by phone, email, and secure upload.
Our fee is a flat $750, with no hourly billing and no surprise charges layered on at the end. You know the full cost before you start, which is the opposite of the open-ended retainers that traditional firms quote. The court's $395 filing fee is separate and paid directly to the clerk.
Victoria, our document assistant, gathers your information and prepares your paperwork in minutes, not weeks. A licensed Florida attorney then reviews every document before it is filed, so you get the speed of technology with the protection of real legal oversight. That combination is what a DIY form site cannot give you.
A flat $750, the same with or without minor children, attorney-prepared and reviewed, 100% remote, serving all 67 Florida counties, stands in sharp contrast to fill-in-the-blank form sites and hourly-billing firms. For Wakulla County couples just south of Tallahassee who want this done cleanly without a trip to Crawfordville, that is exactly the point.
Wakulla County's small size and quiet pace near the coast are part of why so many residents prefer to keep this private and off the courthouse steps. We handle your uncontested divorce entirely online, so you never have to drive into Crawfordville or sit across a desk to get it done. From the residency check through the final judgment, your case is prepared, reviewed, and filed for you. If you and your spouse agree it is over, the next step is simply to begin.
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 Wakulla 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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Wakulla County Uncontested Divorce — FAQ
How much does an uncontested divorce cost in Wakulla County?
Our flat attorney fee is $750 for an uncontested divorce in Wakulla 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 Wakulla 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 Wakulla 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 Wakulla 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 Wakulla County divorce?
Wakulla County is part of Florida's Second Judicial Circuit. Your dissolution is filed with the Wakulla County Clerk of Court through the Florida Courts E-Filing Portal.
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