What happens if I am served by publication for a divorce in Florida?

Service by publication notifies you through newspaper notice; you must file a written response by the deadline to avoid a default judgment.

Where do I file my response to this divorce case?

File the original response with the Clerk of Court at 550 W. Main Street, Tavares, FL 32778.

Who should I serve my defenses on?

Serve a copy on the petitioner’s attorney, Daniel C. Elkins, at 283 Cranes Roost Blvd., Suite 111, Altamonte Springs, FL 32701.

Court Notice — 37 NW 52nd St, Miami, FL (2025-DR-002933)

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Dissolution of Marriage

Affects:DefendantsGeneral Public

A petition for dissolution of marriage was filed by Magdalena Bogdanska against Deontae Rodney Mack. The respondent must file written defenses with the court and serve petitioner’s attorney by June 18, 2026, or risk a default judgment.

Key Takeaways

Respondent: Deontae Rodney Mack must respond by June 18, 2026
File defenses with Clerk at 550 W. Main St, Tavares, FL
Serve attorney Daniel C. Elkins at 283 Cranes Roost Blvd., Altamonte Springs
Failure to respond will likely result in a default judgment

Deadline · Response Deadline

June 18, 2026

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Published

May 13, 2026 · 6 days ago

What to do next

1
Prepare and sign written defenses
Draft and sign your Answer or other defenses and ensure they are dated to be filed by or before June 18, 2026.
2
File original with the Clerk
File the original document at the Clerk of Court, 550 W. Main Street, Tavares, FL 32778, before or immediately after serving the petitioner’s attorney.
3
Serve petitioner’s attorney
Serve a copy on Daniel C. Elkins, Esq., 283 Cranes Roost Blvd., Suite 111, Altamonte Springs, FL 32701, by June 18, 2026.

Frequently asked questions

What happens if I am served by publication for a divorce in Florida?: Service by publication notifies you through newspaper notice; you must file a written response by the deadline to avoid a default judgment.
Where do I file my response to this divorce case?: File the original response with the Clerk of Court at 550 W. Main Street, Tavares, FL 32778.
Who should I serve my defenses on?: Serve a copy on the petitioner’s attorney, Daniel C. Elkins, at 283 Cranes Roost Blvd., Suite 111, Altamonte Springs, FL 32701.

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Legal terms in this notice

Constructive service: Serving notice by publication when the respondent's whereabouts are unknown or personal service is impractical.
Default: A court ruling in favor of the petitioner because the respondent failed to respond.

Full Notice Text

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT
IN AND FOR LAKE COUNTY, FLORIDA

IN RE THE MARRIAGE OF:
MAGDALENA BOGDANSKA,


CASE NO.: 2025-DR-002933

Petitioner/Wife,
and
DEONTAE RODNEY MACK,
Respondent/Husband.

NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE  CONSTRUCTIVE SERVICE


TO: RESPONDENT, DEONTAE RODNEY MACK
LAST KNOWN ADDRESS: 37 NW 52ND ST, MIAMI, FL 33127

YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action for Dissolution of Marriage has been filed against you.

You are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on Daniel C. Elkins, Esq.,P etitioners attorney, whose address is 283 Cranes Roost Blvd., Suite 111, Altamonte Springs, Florida 32701, on or before ,June 18th, 2026, and file the original with the Clerk of this Court, 550 W. Main Street, Tavares, FL 32778 either before service on Petitioners attorney or immediately thereafter; otherwise, a default will be entered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint or Petition.


Dated: 05/07/2026


GARY J COONEY
CLERK OF THE COURT
By: K. Webb
Deputy Clerk
Publication Dates: May 13th , 20th , 27th &amp; June 3rd, 2026.

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