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The only costs would be for the filing of the joint petition for dissolution ($435-$450). If you dont qualify but both parties are in agreement, deeming it an uncontested divorce, costs are potentially around $1,500.
A: The quickest and least expensive way to get a divorce in California is to have an uncontested divorce. This means that both parties are amicable and able to reach a reasonable agreement on the terms of the divorce. The process can take much longer if one or both parties are unwilling to come to an agreement.
Forms to start a divorce or separation Form NameForm Number Petition Marriage/Domestic Partnership FL-100 Summons (Family Law) FL-110 Declaration Under Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act (UCCJEA) FL-105 Proof of Service of Summons (Family Law Uniform Parentage Custody and Support) FL-1153 more rows
Its possible to complete the process without a lawyer, but if you have a lot of property or debt, you may wish to hire a lawyer.
Getting a divorce in California Getting a divorce takes at least 6 months. There are 4 major parts of the process and they are the same for couples who are married and for those in a domestic partnership.​ Its the same process to get a legal separation.

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File your divorce Petition and Summons. Once you complete your forms, you need to file them with the court and pay a filing fee of $435-$450. If you cant afford the fee, you can ask the court to waive it.

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