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Does it Matter Who Files for Divorce First?

It happens to you: You receive papers for divorce when you never expected them to file first. Sometimes divorce can come as a complete shock as you worry about what went wrong and what this means for you and your spouse. However, one of the last things you may worry about is this: Are there… Continue reading →

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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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