Let’s face it, no one walks down the aisle thinking, “One day, I’ll be Googling ‘quickest way to get divorced in Florida.” But life happens. Maybe the spark fizzled. Maybe the bathroom counter clutter drove you crazy. Or maybe you both just realized you’re better off as drinking buddies. Either way, if you’re aiming for an amicable, quick, and less expensive split, an uncontested divorce is a useful option.
In an uncontested divorce, the parties themselves determine the terms of their divorce—not a judge. This is a very transparent and open process, where both spouses agree on key issues such as:
The couple also reviews and approves all necessary court documents. A single attorney can file the required paperwork as long as both parties are on the same page.
The cost of an uncontested divorce is a small fraction of what you’d pay in a contested divorce. I’m an attorney, and I’m telling you: don’t spend unnecessary money fighting in court if you can agree. Contested divorces are extremely expensive, time-consuming, and rarely yield a different result than you could reach on your own.
Contested divorces often run into the tens of thousands in legal fees while uncontested divorces typically cost under depending on your situation.
An uncontested divorce in Florida can generally be finalized in 1–2 months whereas a contested divorce can take 18–24 months. As long as both sides cooperate, a lawyer can move things along quickly. Neither of you have to go to court at any point.
While you can technically file for an uncontested divorce on your own, there are real risks in doing it without legal guidance. Just because you can cut your own hair doesn’t mean you should. The courts cannot provide legal advice to you, so you will be provided with a two-inch stack of generic divorce forms and will be left to figure out which ones apply to your divorce.
Need to set a hearing? Need help understanding what to file or when? The court can’t help with that either. Most people end up turning to Google and hoping for the best. But even one small mistake could cost you far more in the long run, especially if your divorce involves children, shared property, or support.
A Florida divorce attorney can help you accurately draft all of the required documents, ensure your agreement complies with Florida law, and protect you from making costly errors. And remember, many terms in a divorce judgment are final. You may not get a second chance to fix things later, so it’s worth doing it right the first time.
Need help making sure your uncontested divorce stays smooth sailing? Attorney Jim Ippoliti has helped many Florida couples navigate uncontested divorce with clarity, efficiency, and respect. If you’re ready to start the process or just want to understand your options, call our office at 407-499-5803 or send us a message, and ask for Jim to schedule a free consultation. We’ll guide you through the process with clarity, efficiency, kindness and respect.
Jim Ippoliti practices in a wide range of business and civil matters at Widerman Malek, including family law. He guides clients in divorce matters with clarity and compassion. He focuses on making the process as efficient and amicable as possible, guiding couples through uncontested divorces that save time, stress, and money while protecting what matters most.
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