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How long before divorce is final?

Every divorce in California begins with filing a divorce petition.  Once the petition is filed, it must be personally served to the other spouse.  This occurs regardless of whether both parties agreed to the divorce or not. The party who is served the papers is the respondent.  He or she has 30 days to file… Continue reading →

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