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It's no secret that divorce is not a fun process. However, sometimes it's the best course of action. If one or both parties are miserable and marriage isn't working, it can be a relief to file for divorce and move on with your life. There are lots of personal reasons for divorce in California [...]

We’ve all seen dramatic divorces on TV where the couple goes to court and airs all their dirty laundry. It’s usually satisfying to see the cheating or abusive spouse get their comeuppance with a judgment that forces them to pay for their wrongdoing. In the real world, that’s called a “fault divorce.” In a [...]

It’s easy to envy the life of a celebrity, but not so when it comes to relationship success. Star couples tend to have a much higher divorce rate than average couples. And because of how much money celebs typically have, their divorces tend to get incredibly messy. That’s what’s happening with Brad Pitt and [...]

Did you know combat veterans are more likely to get divorced than to actually see combat? An estimated 62% of first marriages for combat vets end in divorce. To make matters worse, female enlisted soldiers have more than double the divorce rate compared to female officers. No matter the reason for it, a divorce [...]

What happens when you know it’s time to move on from an unhappy marriage or domestic partnership, but you’re not sure if you can afford to file for divorce? It’s no secret that divorce can get expensive. Even if you’re representing yourself, the court filing fees alone cost hundreds of dollars. Fortunately, it is [...]

Divorce is an unpleasant process no matter how you spin it. Not only are you losing half the time with your kids and half of everything you own, but you may also be stuck with a huge bill just to get your divorce finalized. Plus, in a state like California with a high cost [...]

The decision to divorce is never easy. If you’re contemplating a divorce and live in California, you may be wondering: What are the accepted grounds for divorce in California? And what are some of the others factors involved? A majority of American states require couples to file for divorce on legal fault grounds that [...]

Divorce is a difficult process no matter the circumstances that led you and your spouse to the decision. However, with some preparation, you can cut down on the stress and, more importantly, the cost of the process. Many soon-to-be divorcees wonder how they can get free divorce papers, free divorce assistance, and even free [...]

If you know someone who has been through a divorce in California, you probably noticed it can be quite an expensive process. But what if you can’t foot a huge legal bill? Can you get a free divorce in California, a state with a reputation for being pricey? Under the right circumstances, you can [...]

Getting divorced is an emotional experience for any couple. In a divorce with kids, a custody battle makes the situation even harder for both parents and children. In such cases, the court's objective is not to rule in favor of one of the parents; it’s to prioritize the child’s needs and try to create a [...]

When a couple decides to get divorced, the potential cost of the process is often at the top of every pre-divorce checklist. This is especially true for couples getting divorced in California—a state with one of the highest costs of living in America. So, what is the cost of divorce in California? That depends [...]

Divorce can be hard on everyone. In addition to the emotional stress, it involves figuring out child custody, alimony payments, child support payments, and the like. Most couples would prefer to keep things amicable, but plenty of factors can prevent you from remaining friendly with your soon-to-be-ex. Perhaps there was infidelity or some other form [...]

We’ve all heard of the statistic “50% of all marriages end in divorce.” It perfectly illustrates just how common divorce is in America. The good news is that that statistic is from the 80s, and things have gotten much better since then. Divorce rates for most age groups have dropped over the past 30 years, [...]

A lot can be said about legendary talk show host Larry King’s six-decade career. But the late CNN host’s relationship history, which includes eight marriages to seven different women, is almost as interesting as his interviews. King’s marriage history began in the 1950s when he married his high school sweetheart and ended with his [...]

There are certain circumstances required to obtain a default divorce judgment in California. Plus, petitioners must file specific paperwork that has been clearly and accurately filled out. Therefore, anyone looking for a default divorce judgment should consider hiring a legal document assistant to ensure approval by the court.