Divorcing in Orange County? Do It Yourself.
Sep 5th, 2008 by Jon D. Alexander, Esq.
Assuming you and your spouse can agree on some key areas, you may be able to save money on legal fees and handle your own divorce. The Superior Court of Orange County, California provides all of the required documents and an instruction packet that explains the divorce proceeding.
The best prospects for a DIY (do it yourself) divorce are those individuals who:
1. Have been married for less than 5 years;
2. Agree on how to divide possessions and debts;
3. Do not have kids together;
4. Own less than $32,000.00 in property together;
5. Owe less than $4,000 (four thousand dollars) together.
If you can answer all of these questions in the affirmative a DIY divorce may be your best option. You can find the packet of forms for your DIY divorce provided by the Orange County, California Superior Court at http://www.occourts.org/scripts/formsearch.pl?PacketNum=L012.
Do not forget to read the Orange County Superior Court’s disclaimer: Packets have been developed which meet filing needs in most circumstances. There may be some circumstances when additional forms (not included in the packet) will be required by the court.
If, on the other hand, you did not answer yes to every numbered item above it’s probably time to retain a qualified Orange County, California divorce lawyer. You will no doubt have questions and might require representation. For a free consultation please visit us at www.oc-familylawyers.com and schedule an appointment today.
