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.
Attorneys and self-represented litigants are able to file documents electronically in Family Law case actions for divorce, legal separation, annulment, parentage, child custody, visitation, support (child and spousal), and family related issues.
Electronic filing (e-Filing) for unlimited, limited, complex civil, unlawful detainers and small claims cases will start as optional with the anticipation of e-Filing being mandated for attorneys and represented parties effective September 1, 2021, unless there is an exemption.
There is no such thing as an online divorce. There might possibly be an online document preparation service available, but every State has specific laws as to what is required, and some local court rules call for specific documents not required by other courts.
With the exception of Illinois and Iowa, when e-filing is available, it is only mandatory for attorneys, so people filing for divorce without a lawyer can either e-file or do a traditional paper filing.
Attorneys and self-represented litigants are able to file documents electronically in Family Law case actions for divorce, legal separation, annulment, parentage, child custody, visitation, support (child and spousal), and family related issues.
The Judicial Council adopts legal forms in one of two ways. Under Government Code section 68511, the council may "prescribe" certain forms. Use of those forms is mandatory. The council may also "approve" forms.
California Judicial Council Forms are pre approved pleadings for filing with the Court.
The Judicial Council develops judicial branch goals in its strategic and operational plans. At six-year intervals, the council develops and approves a long-range strategic plan. At three-year intervals, the council develops and approves an operational plan for the implementation of the strategic plan.
An affidavit for service must include the server's personal information (name, address, and contact details), the specifics of the service (date, time, and method of delivery), and a declaration of truth, swearing under oath that the information is accurate.