Is there a simple fast divorce option in California

I got married about 8 months ago to a woman I know for a year. It seemed like a good idea for us at the time. We got married in southern California, live here, don't have children, we each work, and she can keep the apartment lease if the landlord allows her to renew under her name. She doesn't need alimony or support and there is no property we own together. Is there a way which we can get divorced as quickly as possible if we both agree on everything?

separateusnow said:

Is there a way which we can get divorced as quickly as possible if we both agree on everything?

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Here are a few ALLEGED agencies that offer "easy/peasy, no fault divorces" for residents of California. I'm NOT RECOMMENDING any of them, just illustrating they ALLEGEDLY exist. Be sure you investigate each one thoroughly, before you hand over your MOOLA!!!!

Define "simple."

Define "fast."

Obviously, you can get divorced "as quickly as possible."

I suggest you google "California summary dissolution" and review the sections of the Family Code cited on the bottom right of the Judicial Council form Joint Petition for Summary Dissolution. You should also read the Judicial Council's Summary Dissolution Information booklet.

How long it takes depends primarily on your county of residence and how quickly you can do things correctly.

P.S. Everything you've purchased since the date of the marriage and still own (including money in bank accounts - even in accounts only in one name - that was earned by working) is joint (community) property.

zddoodah said:

Define "simple."

Define "fast."

Obviously, you can get divorced "as quickly as possible."

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These are good points. In New York state, I've handled uncontested divorce - a term of art for "quick" divorce where both parties do not disagree (uncontested) on any part of the separation of their assets, children or other matters.

Generally speaking and in summary, you need to have paperwork to prove and identify who you are and the documents of the marriage. In "no fault" states like New York, you need to create a summons and verified complaint (papers stating that you're seeking divorce and the reason for it, such as "irreconcilable differences.") That needs to be served on your spouse by someone over 18 years old. The defendant / spouse can sign an affidavit that they have received the complaint and all the paperwork is submitted to the court. Attorneys are often asked to prepare this to ensure all is filled out properly, the forms are complete, the parties are properly served, and that nothing else is needed (such as a Stipulation of Settlement or an agreement between the parties regarding assets and child related matters.) The less issues you have (e.g., no children, no marital assets) the more expeditious a divorce decree or judgment for dissolution of marriage may be issued - in New York.

Each state is different and information appears above from @army judge that may be of assistance.