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| Divorce FAQs | |
|---|---|
| What is the residency requirement to get a divorce in California? | |
| In order to file for a divorce in the county where you reside, you must have been a resident of California for the 6 months prior to filing and a resident of the county for 3 months prior to filing. | |
| I do not know where my spouse is. Can I still divorce my spouse? | |
| Yes. But it is likely that you may have to ask the court to grant you permission to serve your spouse by publication. Such a request is usually brought via Order to Show Cause. We would be happy to assist you. | |
| How long do I have to file a Response to a Divorce Petition? | |
| You must serve and file your Response within 30 days of your being served. If you delay in filing a Response, you risk having your default taken and risk having a default judgment entered against your wishes. | |
| How long does it take to get divorced in California? | |
| The rule of thumb is six months and a day after the Respondent has been served (See California Family Law Code section 2339). You can still get a judgment entered before the six months, but your status (i.e., married versus single) will not change until the six months and a day time limit has expired. | |
| What is a Summary Divorce? | |
| It is the simplest divorce possible. It is basically a dissolution of a short-term, no kids, no assets, no debt marriage. There are some very specific eligibility criteria for this type of divorce, which may be found at California Family Law Code section 2400. | |
| I started my divorce myself, but I can't get it to judgment. Can you help me finish my divorce? | |
| Yes. We can help you finish a divorce case. Please contact us for more details. |
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