Hillsborough County Court Guide
Complete guide to Hillsborough County courts — the George E. Edgecomb Courthouse in Tampa, filing fees for family law and civil matters, HOVER online records access, the Collaborative Divorce option, and self-help resources for Hillsborough residents.
Courthouse Locations
Hillsborough County Courthouses
The primary courthouse is the George E. Edgecomb Courthouse in downtown Tampa, which handles all circuit court matters including family law. Multiple Customer Service Centers are available across the county for filing documents.
George E. Edgecomb Courthouse
800 E. Twiggs St.
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 276-8100
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Family Law: 6th floor Court Business Center
Forms available for purchase on 6th floor
Seffner Customer Service Center
10119 Gibsonton Dr.
Riverview, FL 33578
(813) 276-8100
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Plant City Customer Service Center
301 N. Michigan Ave.
Plant City, FL 33563
(813) 276-8100
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Family Law Division
800 E. Twiggs St., 6th floor
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 272-5173
Case Management Unit: (813) 272-5173
prose@fljud13.org
Filing Fees
Hillsborough County Filing Fees
Hillsborough County fees are established by Florida Statutes plus county ordinances. Some charges include additional authorized county fees that vary from other counties. Verify current fees at hillsclerk.com.
| Case Type | Petitioner Fee |
|---|---|
| Dissolution of Marriage (with minor children) | ~$408 |
| Dissolution of Marriage (no minor children) | ~$408 |
| Adoption | ~$442 |
| Child Support (non-divorce) | ~$300 |
| Child Custody (non-divorce) | ~$300 |
| Paternity | ~$300 |
| Name Change (Adult) | ~$400 |
| Domestic Violence Injunction | No fee |
| Small Claims (up to $8,000) | $55–$120 |
| Eviction (Residential) | ~$185–$235 |
| Simplified Dissolution — Packet #27 | ~$408 |
| Modification of Final Judgment | Varies by type |
Filing & Records
Filing in Hillsborough County
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Get forms at the 6th Floor Court Business Center
Blank forms for family law cases are available for a fee at the Court Business Center, 6th floor, George E. Edgecomb Courthouse. Free downloadable forms are available at flcourts.gov.
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File at any Customer Service Center
Take your completed, signed original forms to any of the Clerk’s Office Customer Service Centers. If you are indigent or receive Food Stamps, Medicaid, or Social Security Disability, ask for an application to waive the filing fee.
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E-file through HOVER or the statewide portal
Hillsborough uses its HOVER (Hillsborough Online Viewing of Electronic Records) system at hillsclerk.com for record access. E-file through the statewide Florida Courts E-Filing Portal at myflcourtaccess.com.
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Simplified Dissolution — Packet #27
For uncontested divorces without disputes, Hillsborough provides Packet #27 (Simplified Dissolution). Both spouses must agree to all terms. The packet includes all required forms and step-by-step instructions. Dress code for the hearing: no shorts, tank tops, or sandals.
Self-Help Resources
Hillsborough County Legal Self-Help
ⓘ Verify current fees and procedures at hillsclerk.com before filing. JusticeXpressFlorida.com is a document preparation service, not a law firm.