Divorce with Children by Publication in Florida

📍 When You Can’t Locate Your Spouse

If you have minor children and cannot determine your spouse’s whereabouts, Florida law permits you to proceed with a divorce through a process known as divorce by publication. This involves publishing a legal notice in a local newspaper for 30 consecutive days after demonstrating diligent efforts to locate your spouse.

🔍 What Is a Divorce by Publication?

This option is available when your ex cannot be found despite extensive efforts. The court allows you to publish a Notice of Action in a newspaper as legal notification, then proceed with the divorce process if no response is received.

📝 Steps to Obtain a Divorce by Publication

• Document Preparation: We prepare your divorce forms within 48 business hours.
• Diligent Search: We perform a mandatory search through various databases including military records, DMV, voter registration, and more.
• Affidavit Filing: We submit an Affidavit of Diligent Search to the court.
• Publication: Once approved, we coordinate the 30-day newspaper publication.
• Default Filing: If no response is filed, we submit a request for default judgment.
• Final Hearing: We help you request a hearing and finalize your divorce.

⏳ Estimated Timeline

This process usually takes between 3–6 months, depending on the court’s availability and response times.

📌 Additional Expenses to Consider

• Court Filing Fee: $408 (may be waived based on income). Learn more here.
• Parenting Class: A 4-hour online course is required for both parents. Take the class here.
• Publication Fee: Around $150 if you don’t qualify for a fee waiver (paid directly to the newspaper).

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📞 Have Questions?

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🌟 Why Choose Divorce in Florida Online?

Navigating a divorce is never easy—especially when your spouse cannot be found. At Divorce in Florida Online, we’ve helped thousands of Floridians simplify complicated divorce situations just like this.

Here’s why more people trust us:

• ✅ Fast Document Preparation – We prepare your paperwork in 48 hours or less

• ✅ Full Support from Start to Finish – We guide you through every step, including search, publication, and court filings

• ✅ Remote, Stress-Free Process – Complete everything from the comfort of home—no court visits unless required

• ✅ Affordable Options – Flexible payment plans available through Klarna

• ✅ 15+ Years of Experience – We know Florida divorce law and work with most counties statewide

• ✅ Great Reviews, Real Results – 100+ five-star Google reviews and an A+ BBB rating

No hidden fees. No confusing paperwork. Just honest, professional service to help you move forward.

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