Main Office Location : 201 North Magnolia Avenue, Suite 6, Ocala, Florida 34475
Served with Divorce Papers in Florida? We Can Help You Respond Rapidly without Delay!
If you’ve been served with divorce papers in Florida, you must respond within 20 calendar days to protect your rights. At Court Source, Inc., we provide fast, affordable, and accurate nonlawyer document preparation services to help you file your Answer, and if needed, a Counter-Petition for Dissolution of Marriage.
We assist individuals across Ocala (Marion County), Volusia, Citrus, Lake County, and throughout Central Florida.
What Happens If You’re Served with Divorce Papers?
Receiving a Summons and Petition for Dissolution of Marriage means your spouse has initiated a divorce case. If you do not respond within 20 days, the court may enter a default judgment against you—meaning you could lose rights to time-sharing, property, support, and more.
By filing an Answer (agreeing or disagreeing with the claims) and optionally a Counter-Petition (requesting your own relief), you take control of your legal standing in the case.
We Prepare the Following Divorce Response Documents:
Depending on your situation, we prepare any or all of the following:
- Answer to Petition for Dissolution of Marriage (Form 12.903(a))
- Answer and Waiver (if you agree and do not contest)
- Answer with Counter-Petition for Dissolution of Marriage (Form 12.903(c)(1))
- UCCJEA Affidavit (Form 12.902(d)) – if children are involved
- Notice of Social Security Number (Form 12.902(j))
- Family Law Financial Affidavit (Short or Long Form)
- Certificate of Compliance with Mandatory Disclosure (Form 12.932)
- Marital Settlement Agreement and Parenting Plan (if applicable)
We also assist with filing instructions and preparation of final judgment forms if the case is uncontested or resolved by settlement.
When Is a Counter-Petition Necessary?
A Counter-Petition turns the case into a two-sided request, ensuring the court hears both parties’ needs and proposals.
A Counter-Petition should be filed if:
You are requesting your own relief, such as child support, alimony, or time-sharing
You disagree with the terms requested in the original petition
You want to ensure your position is fully considered in the divorce
Why Choose Court Source, Inc.?
- Flat-Rate Pricing – No Hidden Fees
- Fast Turnaround – 48 Hours or Less Available
- Accurate, Court-Approved Florida Family Law Forms
- In-Person or Remote Services Available
- Over a Decade of Experience in Florida Family Law Document Preparation
We are not attorneys and do not provide legal advice, but we help ensure your documents are typed, formatted, and ready for filing before your 20-day deadline expires.
Areas We Serve
We prepare Florida divorce Answers and Counter-Petitions for residents of:
- Marion County – Ocala, Belleview, Dunnellon, Silver Springs
- Volusia County – Daytona Beach, Deltona, DeLand
- Citrus County – Inverness, Crystal River, Homosassa
- Lake County – Clermont, Tavares, Mount Dora, Eustis
- And all surrounding cities across Central Florida
Disclaimer
Court Source, Inc. is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice or representation. We are non-lawyer document preparers authorized to assist with legal forms based solely on information provided by you. No attorney-client relationship is formed, and nothing on this site should be considered legal advice. For legal guidance, please consult a licensed Florida attorney. Our services comply with Florida Bar Rules, including Rule 10-2.1(b) and Opinion SC00-984.
