My partner and I have been together for over 8 years, but have only been Registered Domestic Partners with the State of California since October 2010. We decided to split in Dec. 2011 but have not filed any papers yet because she is looking for work.
I downloaded the dissolution paperwork from the State, but according to their requirements, I cannot file the paperwork myself because I own my house which is worth more than the $38k limit.
We both agree on the division of all of our community property and how everything should be divided. Is there any way we can do this ourselves, or do we still have to hire a lawyer to file this with the Superior Court?
Also, she has been unemployed for over 2 years and has no assets. I came into the relationship with substantial assets. Are any of my assets at risk since they were all acquired prior to our relationship?
Any advice would be appreciated.
I downloaded the dissolution paperwork from the State, but according to their requirements, I cannot file the paperwork myself because I own my house which is worth more than the $38k limit.
We both agree on the division of all of our community property and how everything should be divided. Is there any way we can do this ourselves, or do we still have to hire a lawyer to file this with the Superior Court?
Also, she has been unemployed for over 2 years and has no assets. I came into the relationship with substantial assets. Are any of my assets at risk since they were all acquired prior to our relationship?
Any advice would be appreciated.