In California is it advantageous to file for divorce before my spouse does?

If you want a divorce, why wait for the axe to fall? Advantages that you would get by filing (and serving) first would include lack of surprise,...

If you have a remedy, the authority would be found in Family Code Section 2120 and the following sections, and the statute(s) of limitations would...

How much to file a divorce dissolution matter in Los Angeles County?

Lawyer's fees are additional, beyond the filing fee, and each lawyer has his/her own fee requirements. Consult a few family law attorneys before...

Time it takes to finalize divorce papers after technical rejection of first documentation

You would best go to your Superior Court's Self-Help Clinic to meet with a volunteer to have him/her evaluate whether what you submitted to the...

WHAT HAPPENS WHEN YOU FILE FOR A DEFAULT JUDGEMENT IN A DIVORCE CASE?

If you filed a request for the Court to enter your husband's default, that doesn't end the case. You still need to serve your Preliminary and...

How do I file a motion to transfer my Child Custody/Visitation case to the new county I reside in.

Go to your San Bernardino County Court's Self-Help Clinic for assistance by a volunteer lawyer to help you prepare a Motion to transfer the case to...

Been separated for 40 years never living together and now I want to get a divorce in ca but dont know where my spouse is help?

You will need to have a due diligence search performed by an investigator to qualify you to request an Order from the Court to allow you to serve...

Can my ex wife go to the clerk court with settlement agreement?

If you and your wife agree to all issues, you and your wife can enter into a Stipulated Judgment, and so long as you and your wife exchange all...

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Did your spouse sign the Stipulation and Waiver of Final Declaration of Disclosure? That is required for the Court to accept it. Your divorce...

My ex is paying voluntarily. An Income Withholding Order has been signed by the judge for my recent divorce.

Yes, you do. You need to have the Income Withholding Order served on your ex's employer before it will take effect. Expect a delay in receipt of...