Miami-Dade · Uncontested divorce
Uncontested Divorce Lawyer in Miami
An agreed divorce can offer a more orderly way to end a marriage. The work is to make sure the agreement covers the necessary issues and can be put into effect after the case is over. Laguna Legal helps clients in Miami-Dade with uncontested divorce, including cases involving children, property, retirement savings and debt.
Overview
What makes a divorce uncontested?
Agreement to get divorced is the starting point. An uncontested case also requires resolution of the issues that apply to the marriage. Spouses can be cooperative and still have important details to work through.
For example, “we will sell the house” leaves questions about who pays the mortgage until closing, how a listing price is selected and what happens if an offer is disputed. Reviewing those details early helps turn a general understanding into usable terms.
Before choosing the forms
Review the agreement
Your agreement may need to address:
- Property: which assets each spouse keeps, sells or transfers, and the steps and dates for doing so.
- Debts: responsibility for balances, ongoing payments and any required refinancing or account closure.
- Retirement and investments: the accounts involved and any separate documents needed to complete a division.
- Alimony: whether support is requested, agreed or waived, after considering the consequences.
- Children: decision-making, the parenting schedule, transportation, school breaks and communication.
- Child support and expenses: the support calculation, insurance, childcare and handling of uncovered expenses.
- Tax-related terms: any proposed allocation and required paperwork, subject to federal eligibility rules.
Not every item applies to every marriage. The purpose is to identify what needs an answer before a final agreement is signed.
Common questions of scope
Children, property and simplified dissolution
Can an uncontested divorce involve children or significant property?
Yes. Agreement describes the status of the issues, not the value of the property or whether the spouses have children. A cooperative couple may still need detailed parenting provisions, financial records or professional input on a particular asset.
Uncontested divorce and simplified dissolution
Simplified dissolution is a narrower Florida procedure. Couples who do not meet its eligibility requirements may still pursue a regular dissolution with agreed terms. Do not select a simplified form merely because you want a straightforward divorce.
Whom the attorney represents
Even when both spouses are cooperating, each should understand the attorney’s role. Laguna Legal’s engagement identifies its client. An attorney acting for one spouse is not serving as the couple’s neutral mediator; the other spouse may obtain independent legal advice before signing.
The process
From agreed terms to final judgment
Review the proposed resolution
Identify what information is missing and which terms still need detail.
Prepare the documents
The appropriate documents and required financial information are prepared for filing.
Filing and notice
Filing and notice procedures are completed according to the court’s requirements.
Read every provision
Before signing, ask how each provision works in practice.
Final court steps
Whatever final court steps apply, including any brief final hearing the court requires.
After judgment
Keep a copy of the signed order and a list of remaining tasks, such as property transfers or account paperwork.
Eligible matters can use email and Zoom.
Attorney communication and document work can be handled remotely for eligible matters. Court appearances remain subject to the court’s directions. For the first meeting, prepare your agreed terms, any unresolved questions and a basic list of assets and debts.
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Your attorney
One attorney, start to finish.
Milagros “Millie” Laguna was admitted to The Florida Bar in 1998 and attended the University of Florida’s Fredric G. Levin College of Law.
You work directly with Millie: she is the person you speak with about your documents, your questions and the next step in your case.
Meetings in English or Spanish, by video or in person at Sunset Center in Kendall.
For eligible divorce matters, email and Zoom from documents through final judgment.
Common questions
About uncontested divorce
- What if we agree on everything except one issue?
- Identify that issue before describing the divorce as fully agreed. It may be possible to resolve it through further discussion or negotiation. If it remains disputed, the case needs a process for addressing it.
- Does uncontested mean no financial disclosure?
- Do not assume that agreement removes disclosure requirements. Your attorney should explain the applicable rules and any lawful waiver available in your circumstances.
- What happens if one spouse changes their mind?
- The next step depends on what has been signed, filed or approved. Tell your attorney promptly; the case may require additional negotiation or contested proceedings.
- How are fees determined?
- Ask what the proposed fee covers, what court or third-party costs are separate, and how fees change if additional issues arise. Laguna Legal will discuss the engagement for your circumstances before representation begins.
Next step
Make your agreement ready for the next stage.
By video or in person, in English or Spanish. Contacting Laguna Legal does not create an attorney-client relationship.