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How is a Dissolution of Marriage Proceeding Commenced in Florida?

A proceeding for dissolution of marriage or a proceeding under s. 61.09 is commenced by filing in the circuit court a petition entitled "In re the marriage of _____, husband, and _____, wife." A copy of the petition together with a copy of a summons must be served upon the other party to the marriage in the same manner as service of papers in civil actions generally. FL ST 61.043 (1)