How do you get a divorce in California?

Answer by  sonicfoundation (2597)

First, it is recommended you get yourself a lawyer, even for an amicable divorce. You can file the papers at your local courthouse.

Answer by  hgraybatonrouge (6)

To get a divorce you have to wait six months for everyting to be final. Gather all financial information, close joint accounts and take them to your lawyer. If children are involved discuss custody, if nothing is agreed upon talk to your lawyer about custody.

Answer by  neethadevadas (6)

If any spouse behaves cruelly towards another that spouse can get divorce .If a spouse has a serious disease the other spouse can get divorce.If one is impotent the other can get divorce.If one turns renouncement of life the other can get divorce. If one ceased to be a Christian by conversion to another religion the other can get divorce.

Answer by  KC428 (5)

Getting divorced in California is pretty straightforward. Either contact a lawyer and have them file the necessary paperwork or file it yourself, depending on the complexity of your case.

Answer by  keke (335)

You get a divorce in california the same way you do in any other state. You get a divorve lawyer and pay.

Answer by  Youngmom (233)

Simply go to the courthouse and file the papers. In California you do not require a lawyer, or the other party's consent. Simply file the papers and do what they say. If you want a lawyer, or if you have lots of expensive assets, make sure you get a good one.

Answer by  Doris59 (1647)

Two options: 1) you can hire a lawyer by giving them a retainer of about $5,000. Regardless of how quickly things can be settled between you and your spouse, there is still a 6 month waiting period before you can get married again. The second option, file your own papers at the court house, pay a fee, so much cheaper.