Family Law Financial Affidavit (Long Form)
The Family Law Financial Affidavit (Long Form) is a Florida Supreme Court approved family law form used to disclose a person’s financial circumstances. It provides a summary of income, expenses, assets, and liabilities, helping ensure that financial decisions are based on complete and accurate information.
Because it is a sworn document, the information provided must be truthful and complete.
Florida Supreme Court Form:
Form 12.902(c)
Estimated Time:
30–60 minutes
Before You Begin:
Set aside uninterrupted time and gather the information below before completing the form.
What Is the Family Law Financial Affidavit (Long Form)?
The Family Law Financial Affidavit (Long Form) provides a snapshot of a person’s financial situation. It includes information such as:
- Income
- Monthly expenses
- Assets
- Debts
- Financial obligations
The affidavit is signed under oath and becomes part of the financial disclosure required in many Florida family law cases.
When Is It Required?
The Marital Settlement Agreement addresses the issues the parties have agreed toThe Long Form Financial Affidavit (Form 12.902(c)) is generally required when an individual’s annual gross income exceeds $50,000.
If an individual’s annual gross income is $50,000 or less, Florida provides a separate Short Form Financial Affidavit (Form 12.902(b)).
Financial affidavits are commonly required in cases involving divorce, child support, alimony, and other family law matters involving financial issues.
Why Does Florida Require It?
Florida requires financial disclosure so that financial decisions are based on accurate and complete information.
Providing a clear picture of each person’s financial circumstances helps promote transparency and allows participants, attorneys, and the court to make informed decisions regarding financial issues.
How Is It Used During Mediation?
During mediation, the Financial Affidavit helps provide a shared understanding of each person’s financial circumstances.
Having complete financial information available can make discussions regarding property division, support, and other financial matters more productive by ensuring everyone is working from the same information.
What Information Should You Gather Before Completing It?
Before completing the Family Law Financial Affidavit (Long Form), it may be helpful to gather:
- Recent pay stubs or proof of income
- Federal income tax returns
- Bank account statements
- Retirement and investment account statements
- Mortgage statements
- Credit card statements
- Loan balances
- Monthly household expenses
- Health insurance information
- Documentation of other recurring financial obligations
Gathering these documents in advance can make completing the affidavit easier and help improve accuracy.
Common Mistakes
Some common mistakes include:
- Omitting sources of income
- Underestimating monthly expenses
- Forgetting to disclose assets or debts
- Using outdated financial information
- Relying on estimates rather than supporting documentation
- Failing to review the affidavit carefully before signing
Because the Financial Affidavit is signed under oath, taking the time to verify the information before submitting it is important.
Where can I find this form?
Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Forms are available on the Florida Courts website. Scroll down, search by the corresponding form number, and download the most current version.
Note: Always confirm that you’re using the most current version before completing or filing a form, as the Florida Supreme Court periodically updates its approved forms.
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