How do you file a joint divorce?

There are two options for divorces where both spouses are in agreement: 1. Summary Dissolution 2. Regular Dissolution Summary Dissolution: If...

I am filing for child custody/visitation. do i get a heads up because my ex has a domestic violence . violent history?

If your spouse has a history of domestic violence against you (not against someone else) or your children within the last 5 years, then there is a...

To expand on the other attorneys' answers, the Bifurcation process set out in Family Code section 2337 ensures that the other party is not...

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Mediation Advice when DV has been proven?

I agree with Mr. Finley that mediation is non-binding and mediators often aggressively try to get parties to reach an agreement. However, I...

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How can a bifurcation of marital status only affect me financially in my divorce in LA, CA?

Another thing to consider is your health insurance coverage. If you are covered on your husband's health insurance plan, you will not be eligible...

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Approximately how much would it cost to pay an attorney to finalize a divorce where assets are being concealed?

I would suggest either contacting the Bar Association in your county to get a referral to a Family Law attorney or contacting several Family Law...

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Default Judgment per Declaration 03/06/2012. Does this mean that I am divorced?

To be safe, I would call the Clerk's office to see if your Judgment has been entered. Since most of those documents look they were filed on the...

My husband have MENTAL/Me Illness and wants divorce can he divorce me if I want to work it out?

I agree with Mr. Gould-Saltman -- unless your husband is so disabled that he needs to be the subject of a conservatorship, you will not be able to...

To expand on Mr. Spirtos' answer, oftentimes, if you stipulate (agree) to a non-guideline order, the person writing up the agreement will include...

I agree with Mr. Miranda's answer and his suggestion that you should hire an attorney to help you with this. The attorney might be able to...