Florida Divorce Preparation Checklist & Document Vault
Organize mandatory financial disclosures, child support records, and parenting plan preferences before your legal consultation. Track your progress with instant browser saving and print out a summary digest for your attorney.
Divorce Document Vault & Preparation Guide
Organize financial disclosure and child-related records before your consultation.
1. Financial & Income Documentation
0 of 7 readyUnder Florida law, spouses exchange financial records within 45 days. Gathering these early accelerates your case.
3 Years of Tax Returns & Income Statements
RequiredFederal and state tax returns including all W-2s, 1099s, and schedules for the last 3 tax years.
3 Months of Recent Pay Stubs
RequiredConsecutive pay stubs showing year-to-date income, tax withholdings, and insurance deductions.
12 Months of Bank Statements
RequiredStatements for all personal and joint checking, savings, money market, and CD accounts.
Real Estate Deeds & Current Mortgage Payoffs
RecommendedDeeds, homestead documents, and monthly mortgage statements for all owned properties.
Retirement & Investment Account Statements
RequiredMost recent statements for 401(k), IRA, pension, and brokerage accounts.
Credit Card & Loan Account Statements
RequiredCurrent statements for active credit cards, auto loans, personal loans, and student debt.
Business Tax Returns & Financial Records
RecommendedIf self-employed: 3 years of corporate tax returns, balance sheets, and profit & loss statements.
2. Children & Time-Sharing Records
0 of 5 readyFor parents with minor children: collect key records to structure your parenting plan and statutory support.
Children's Birth Certificates & Identification
RequiredOfficial copies for court filing records and dependency tax exemption documentation.
Child Health & Dental Insurance Costs
RequiredProof of the exact monthly premium cost paid specifically for the minor children.
Work-Related Childcare Receipts
RecommendedInvoices or cancelled checks for employment-related daycare, after-school care, or camps.
Parenting Time & Overnight Preferences
RequiredProposed weekly schedule and holiday preferences (73+ annual overnights adjusts support math).
Unreimbursed Special Medical or School Expenses
RecommendedDocumentation of ongoing medical therapies, tutoring, or special educational needs.
3. Legal Consultation Preparation
0 of 4 readyOrganize your core priorities and questions before meeting with your attorney at Granda & Associates.
Key Marriage & Property Timeline
RequiredBrief summary of marriage date, separation date, and major property acquisition dates.
List of Primary Priorities & Goals
RequiredIdentify your main goals regarding the marital home, custody arrangements, and spousal support.
Immediate & Emergency Concerns
RecommendedNote urgent concerns needing temporary relief (e.g. temporary child support or home occupancy).
Questions for Your Attorney
RequiredQuestions regarding legal process timelines, mediation options, and fee structures.
Schedule Your Confidential Legal Consultation
Bring your gathered documents to our Miami office at 8900 SW 117th Ave. We will review your disclosures and legal goals in detail.
Understanding Florida Mandatory Financial Disclosure Rules
Under Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure Rule 12.285, parties in a dissolution of marriage proceeding must automatically serve financial documents upon the other party. Full disclosure ensures equitable asset distribution and accurate child support/alimony math.
Key Statutory Deadlines:
- 45-Day Deadline: Documents must be served within 45 days after service of the petition for dissolution of marriage.
- Ongoing Duty to Amend: Parties have a continuing legal obligation to supplement financial disclosures if income or asset values change materially during litigation.