California Divorce Council

Debra Roecken; principal

Telephone: 415 - 441 - 5157

Frequently Asked Questions & Answers
Can anyone file for divorce in California?
Yes, as long as one party has lived in California for the past 6 months
and in the county of filing for the past 3 months.
 
Will my uncontested dissolution take long?
No. The standard waiting period in California is 6 months.
 

Will I need an Attorney to file for my divorce?
No, as long as your spouse does not fight or contest your case,
no attorney is required.

 
Will your service answer questions about my case?
Yes, we will cheerfully answer questions relating to procedural guidance.
However, we are not attorneys and cannot give legal advice.

 

If you qualify as low income or you receive SSI/SSP, Calworks, Food Stamps,
and/or County Relief, we can assist you to obtain a waiver of the county filing fees.

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