Legal Help with Divorce in California: Talk to an Attorney
Filing for divorce in California? If you, your spouse or your child resides in California, California has jurisdiction over your divorce case. Therefore, it is important to understand California divorce laws. At The Law Office of Carl Sizemore, we work closely with clients to help them understand the law and their options under the law. We work closely with California residents and people out of state, focusing on achieving resolutions tailored to their unique needs.
Mr. Sizemore is certified as a Family Law Specialist by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization. For experience, commitment and skill, call The Law Offices of Carl Sizemore at 619-631-4375.
Understanding California Divorce Laws
Depending on your circumstances, there may be options for ending a marriage under California law:
- Summary Dissolution: In limited circumstances, California law allows for summary dissolution. This process is usually quicker than a divorce proceeding because there are typically less complex issues involved. In order to file for summary dissolution in California, the parties must have been married less than five years, must not have children and must not own any interest in real estate.
- Dissolution of Marriage/Divorce: In order to file for divorce in California, a couple must live separately for at least 18 months. Once the divorce process is initiated, the court will determine child custody and related issues, property division, support and other issues. California divorce laws provide that community property (marital property) is to be divided equally.
- Legal Separation: Legal separation is an available option for individuals who wish to maintain the status of a married person without the physical aspect of being married. California divorce courts determine property division, child custody issues, support and other related issues.
- Nullity of Marriage/Annulment: Certain circumstances may make the couple eligible for declaration of nullity of marriage, commonly referred to as an annulment. At the completion of this proceeding, the parties are restored to an unmarried status — as if they were never married at all.
Contact Us for Divorce Representation in California
We have helped hundreds of San Diego-area residents, including employees of Naval Base San Diego. We offer free initial consultations, offer weekday, weekend and evening appointments, accept credit cards, and are conveniently located on the corner of Greenfield and East Main Street in El Cajon. To contact us, call 619-631-4375.
