Family Court Forms — 13th Judicial Circuit

Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Forms for the 13th Judicial Circuit — explained in plain English, one step at a time. No attorney required.

Counties in this circuit

The 13th Judicial Circuit serves: Hillsborough.

Hillsborough County

Where to file

Thirteenth Judicial Circuit Court — Family Law Division

Hillsborough County Courthouse, 800 E. Twiggs St., Tampa, FL 33602

Phone: (813) 272-5026 · E-filing: myflcourtaccess.com

13th Judicial Circuit — what you need to know

The 13th Circuit is Hillsborough County only — the Tampa metro. It is one of Florida's busiest family court systems.

Hillsborough County has a Family Law Self-Help Center at the main courthouse at 800 E. Twiggs St. in Tampa. Staff assist with procedural questions — no legal advice.

E-filing is available through myflcourtaccess.com. Domestic violence injunction filings are processed at the clerk's office same-day.

Florida requires a mandatory 20-day waiting period after serving your spouse before a final divorce judgment can enter. All cases with minor children require a Parenting Plan (Form 12.995) and Financial Affidavit (Form 12.902).

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Petition for Dissolution — With Children — 12.901(b)(1) Simplified Dissolution — No Children — 12.901(a) Answer to Petition — 12.903(a) Parenting Plan — 12.995(a) Modify Time-Sharing — 12.947(a) Petition to Relocate — 12.905(a) Modify Child Support — 12.947(c) Financial Affidavit — Short — 12.902(b) Financial Affidavit — Long — 12.902(c) Injunction for Protection — DV — 12.980(a)

Frequently asked questions — 13th Judicial Circuit

Where do I file family court forms in Hillsborough County Tampa Florida?

File at the Hillsborough County Courthouse, 800 E. Twiggs St., Tampa, FL 33602. E-filing is available through myflcourtaccess.com.

Does Tampa have a family law self-help center?

Yes. The Family Law Self-Help Center is at the Hillsborough County Courthouse. SharpeSystem prepares your paperwork before you go.

What is the filing fee for divorce in Hillsborough County Florida?

Dissolution of marriage filing fees in Hillsborough County are typically $400–$450. Domestic violence injunctions are free. Fee waivers are available if you cannot afford court costs.

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