Filing for Divorce

How to Navigate the New Joint Petition Divorce Process in California
If you and your spouse are looking to part ways amicably, California’s new joint petition divorce process under Senate Bill 1427 (SB 1427) might be the solution. This new law that simplifies the divorce process and removes the adversarial elements traditionally associated with divorce proceedings will take effect on January 1, 2026.
How to File for Divorce From a Vindictive Spouse in California
A vindictive spouse can make the divorce process more difficult than it already is. Making matters worse, it is often the case that one of the spouses will take a vindictive stance that makes figuring out how to file for divorce even trickier.