Online divorce in Columbia County, Florida

Do you have to go to court?

In Columbia County, you will attend a brief in-person final hearing so a judge can sign your Final Judgment. It is routine and usually takes only a few minutes.

When your paperwork is filed and complete, you request your final hearing by emailing the Judicial Assistant (JA) for the judge assigned to your case. You can find your assigned judge and the JA's contact on the clerk's online docket for your case number, or on the circuit court's website. Some judges also ask you to file a short motion requesting the final hearing.

Where and what it costs to file

Courthouse

173 NE Hernando Ave # 408, Lake City, FL 32055

Judicial circuit

3rd Judicial Circuit

Filing fee

$408(verify with the clerk)

Scheduling

Motion to Dissolve + JA Phone

County clerk filing fees are set by each county and can change at any time. The fee shown here was verified in June 2026, but we do not warrant that it is current. Always confirm the current amount on your county clerk's website or by calling the clerk before you file.

How The Quick Divorce works in Columbia

1. 1Qualify. Answer four questions to confirm Columbia County residency and eligibility for an uncontested filing.
2. 2Complete. We generate the Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Forms, pre-filled for filing in the 3rd Judicial Circuit.
3. 3Finalize. File with the clerk, then attend a brief final hearing. When your paperwork is filed and complete, you request your final hearing by emailing the Judicial Assistant (JA) for the judge assigned to your case. You can find your assigned judge and the JA's contact on the clerk's online docket for your case number, or on the circuit court's website. Some judges also ask you to file a short motion requesting the final hearing.

Frequently asked questions

Do I have to appear in court for my divorce in Columbia County?

Brief in-person final hearing. In Columbia County, you will attend a brief in-person final hearing so a judge can sign your Final Judgment. It is routine and usually takes only a few minutes.

How much is the filing fee in Columbia County?

The current filing fee is approximately $408. County clerk filing fees are set by each county and can change at any time. The fee shown here was verified in June 2026, but we do not warrant that it is current. Always confirm the current amount on your county clerk's website or by calling the clerk before you file.

Where do I file for divorce in Columbia County?

You file at the Columbia County Clerk of Court, located at 173 NE Hernando Ave # 408, Lake City, FL 32055. Your case is heard in the 3rd Judicial Circuit.

How long does an uncontested divorce take in Columbia County?

Most uncontested divorces in Columbia County finalize in roughly 8 to 12 weeks after filing, because a brief in-person hearing is required. The court's calendar is beyond our control, so timing can vary.

How do I schedule my final hearing in Columbia County?

When your paperwork is filed and complete, you request your final hearing by emailing the Judicial Assistant (JA) for the judge assigned to your case. You can find your assigned judge and the JA's contact on the clerk's online docket for your case number, or on the circuit court's website. Some judges also ask you to file a short motion requesting the final hearing.

Can I use The Quick Divorce if I live in Columbia County?

Yes. We prepare the statewide Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Forms required to file in any Florida county, including Columbia. Your case is filed in the 3rd Judicial Circuit at 173 NE Hernando Ave # 408, Lake City, FL 32055.