Tag: Service of Process
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Divorce Complaint
So you’ve decided to get divorced… Now what? Like all lawsuits, starting your divorce begins with telling the court. And, in California, this is done by filing what’s known as a complaint. A divorce complaint (also known as a “petition for divorce”) is a legal document that initiates divorce proceedings; it notifies the court of…
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The California Divorce Process, Step by Step
The California divorce process, step by step, includes nine major components: Preparing paperwork to file Filing Serving divorce papers Responding to the divorce Temporary orders Financial disclosures Discovery Settlement Trial The California Divorce Process, Step by Step While no two divorces are exactly alike, most California divorces follow the same series of events. Every step…
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What Are the Legal Stages of Divorce in California?
When you and your spouse are splitting up, there are a few ways you can go about it. Some people qualify for annulment or choose legal separation, but most people use divorce as a means to dissolve their marriages. Related: Annulment of marriage in California Divorce is a legal process. You don’t need grounds to…
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