Looking for a checklist for divorce paperwork... any advice?

Divorce Forum
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I’m getting a divorce in Volusia County, Florida, and I want to make sure I don’t miss any important paperwork. I’ve been looking at the forms, but I’m not sure which ones I actually need since we’ve already agreed on everything (no kids, property’s under my name, she gets a one-time payment). I’ve filled out 14 forms from the online packets, but I think most don’t apply to us. Anyone have a checklist or advice on which forms I definitely need to make this as smooth as possible? I just want to make sure I’m not forgetting anything.

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Sounds like you’re in a pretty straightforward situation, which is good. Have you looked at the Simplified Dissolution of Marriage forms? They might be all you need if you both agree on everything.

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Tiffany said:
Sounds like you’re in a pretty straightforward situation, which is good. Have you looked at the Simplified Dissolution of Marriage forms? They might be all you need if you both agree on everything.

I agree. We used the simplified process in our divorce and it went really fast. Definitely worth looking into.

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@Penny
Yeah, it’s usually the fastest route. Just make sure you check all the boxes on eligibility, like no kids and both agreeing on everything.

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I had a similar situation and ended up using the Simplified Dissolution packet. It was pretty simple, just make sure to fill out the Marital Settlement Agreement if you can. It helped a lot.

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AstroAvatar said:
I had a similar situation and ended up using the Simplified Dissolution packet. It was pretty simple, just make sure to fill out the Marital Settlement Agreement if you can. It helped a lot.

Wait, what’s a Marital Settlement Agreement? I haven’t heard of that before.

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@Nichole
It’s just a document that spells out your agreement in detail—like who gets what, property stuff, etc. It’s optional but helps if you want everything clear for the court.

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For property stuff, don’t forget the Financial Affidavit. You might need to submit that one too even if you think it’s all simple.

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Alexander said:
For property stuff, don’t forget the Financial Affidavit. You might need to submit that one too even if you think it’s all simple.

Good point. I totally missed that form when I filed. It was annoying to go back and add it later.

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I’m pretty sure you don’t need a cover page, at least not for a simple case like yours. Just make sure the forms are organized before you file them.

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Cassie said:
I’m pretty sure you don’t need a cover page, at least not for a simple case like yours. Just make sure the forms are organized before you file them.

Thanks! That’s what I was thinking, but I wasn’t sure. I’ll just make sure everything’s in order before filing.

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I would suggest going to the courthouse with everything in a folder. It makes the process smoother when you’re filing.

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Nevin said:
I would suggest going to the courthouse with everything in a folder. It makes the process smoother when you’re filing.

Yeah, I did that. It helps when they ask for extra copies or anything specific.