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Divorce – Frequently Asked Questions

NOTE: Florida law prevents staff of the Lake County Clerk’s Office from providing legal advice. The information, forms, and documents contained on this website are provided to help those seeking to represent themselves without the assistance of an attorney and are meant to serve as a guide only.

We do not guarantee that the information provided will achieve the result you desire. If you are using the forms or documents provided on this website, you do so at your own risk.

What are the fees for filing a dissolution of marriage?

The fees required include those for filing, the issuance of summons, and the processing of the Bureau of Vital Statistics form. These fees are payable to “Gary J. Cooney, Clerk.” There are additional fees paid to third-parties for the required service of summons. Review the Domestic Relations’ Fee Schedule for more information.

I live in another Florida county. Can I file a divorce in Lake County?

Yes.

How do I enforce provisions of my final judgment?

The Office of the State Courts Administrator provides self-help forms for enforcement.

If you need additional assistance, you may wish to seek the assistance of an attorney.

How do I get a divorce without an attorney?

You may file your own petition for a dissolution of marriage.

The Lake County Family Court Case Management Office assists self-represented litigants with general and procedural information and provides checklists for your convenience. The self-help Case Management Office will personally review papers to ensure all the appropriate forms are filed to move the case toward final disposition. The Office can be reached on their voicemail-monitored phone line at (352) 742-4301.

How long does it take to get a divorce?

The time elapsed from the filing of the petition to the final judgment varies greatly from case to case.
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