In California all divorces are no-fault divorces. A no-fault divorce is where it doesn’t matter why you are filing for a divorce. A divorce is a divorce. In other words you don’t need a reason for filing for divorce. In California there are only 2 options for filing for a...
Grounds for Dissolution
California is a “no-fault” state, but does require a party to claim there are grounds for granting the dissolution. There are two grounds for a dissolution: Irreconcilable differences. Incurable insanity. While I often have clients come in claiming that their soon to be ex spouse is incurably insane, I usually...
Basics of Divorce, Legal Separation, and Annulment
There are 3 main ways to end a marriage or registered domestic partnership in California: divorce, legal separation, and annulment. It is not necessary for both spouses or domestic partners to agree to end the marriage. Either spouse or partner can decide to end the marriage, and the other spouse/partner,...