What uncontested means
A divorce is uncontested when the spouses agree on all material issues, including property, debts, support, and, when children are involved, a parenting plan and child support.
Florida also offers a simplified dissolution procedure for qualifying couples without minor children who agree on property division and do not seek alimony. It has specific eligibility requirements.
What the agreement must cover
A marital settlement agreement should address every asset and debt, who is responsible for each, and how transfers will be completed. It should also state support terms clearly.
If there are children, a parenting plan and guideline child support worksheet are typically required.
- Complete list of assets and debts
- Responsibility for each liability
- Alimony terms or a waiver
- Parenting plan and time-sharing
- Child support and insurance allocations
Common mistakes
Frequent problems include vague language, overlooked retirement accounts, unaddressed tax consequences, and parenting schedules that do not fit real routines.
Agreeing without full financial disclosure can leave a spouse without information needed to judge fairness.
The role of counsel
Even when both spouses are cooperative, independent legal review helps confirm that the agreement reflects your interests and will be enforceable.
An attorney can also prepare the filing documents and guide the final hearing process in Miami-Dade.