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DIVORCE FILING PROCESS
The divorce process begins when a petition for divorce and other related paperwork is filed in a California court. To file, at least one spouse must be a resident of the state for the preceding six months, and also a resident of the county in which divorce is filed for the preceding three months. Below is a snapshot of the filing process.
Step 1: Initial Consultation
Step 2: Filing & Service
Step 3: Mediation
Session
Step 4: Finalize Agreement
Step 5: Submit for court approval
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