Dissolution of Marriage (Divorce)

Dissolution of Marriage is the legal term for divorce. There are several types, including Simplified Dissolution of Marriage, Dissolution of Marriage with No Children and No Property, Dissolution of Marriage with No Children and Dissolution of Marriage with Children.

Filing Forms 
There are two options for filing for Dissolution of Marriage:

  • Customers may purchase the forms (including filing instructions) from the Clerk's office

    OR

  • Customers may provide their own forms

The forms may be purchased from Family Services for $15.00:

  • Orange County Courthouse Clerk's Office
    Room 320
    425 N. Orange Ave.
    Orlando, FL 32801


Filing for Dissolution of Marriage

  • Take completed forms to Room 330 to be reviewed and notarized (this office closes at 3:30 pm)
  • Return to Room 320 to meet with a clerk
  • Once the case is filed, Family Court Services will contact the petitioner with instructions (usually within 30 days)
  • If no further filing is required, the petitioner will receive a hearing date and time via mail

Please Note: Once forms have been completed for a Dissolution of Marriage, Paternity or Name Change in the Clerk's office, you must go to Room 330, Family Court Services, before 3:30 pm to have your pleadings reviewed and notarized, then return to Room 320 to meet with a clerk.

All divorcing parents are required to attend an approved Parenting Class. This class attempts to reduce the impact of divorce on young children. Download the Parent Education and Family Stabilization Course Providers list to locate a provider near you.

Remember, the Clerk's office is prohibited by law from offering legal advice. If you have legal questions, please contact an attorney of your choice.


Fees
The filing fee for Dissolution of Marriage is $408.00. 

Forms of Payment

  • Cash (in person only)
  • Personal check, cashier's check or money order
  • MasterCard, Discover and American Express*

Please Note:

  • Visa credit cards are not accepted and there is a $3.99 convenience fee for each credit card transaction*
  • Make checks payable to the Orange County Clerk of Courts