Florida’s simplified dissolution can finalize a divorce in as few as 30 days from filing — but only when specific eligibility requirements are met.
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Simplified Dissolution of Marriage under Fla. Stat. § 61.052(2)(b) can finalize a Florida divorce in 30 days when these conditions are all met: no minor or dependent children, no pregnancy, no spousal support sought, all property issues resolved by written agreement, both parties appear at the final hearing, and Florida residency for 6 months. Otherwise, a standard uncontested divorce typically takes 30–60 days. Free consultation: 877-862-7188.
To qualify for Florida simplified dissolution under Fla. Stat. § 61.052(2)(b), all of the following must be true:
Trade-offs: simplified dissolution waives the right to a transcript and the right to appeal. For most qualifying couples that is fine; if either spouse wants to preserve appellate rights or have a record of the proceeding, the standard uncontested process is preferable.
If you don’t qualify: a standard uncontested divorce with no children typically finalizes in 30–60 days. With children, a 20-day waiting period applies under Fla. Stat. § 61.19, and a Parenting Plan and Child Support Guidelines Worksheet must be filed.