Short term marriage divorce
If you are getting divorced after a short term marriage, you probably want the quickest divorce possible. Unfortunately, a divorce that takes only days or weeks to finalize rarely happens. And the idea that you can file a packet of paperwork with the court and you will be divorced is a misnomer.
In the state of California even an amicable divorce process, in which both spouses agree on complex issues such as asset and property division, child custody and spousal support, takes several months. Additionally, in California there is a 6-month waiting period to divorce. The more issues there are to address, the slower your divorce will proceed. And if you and your spouse are headed for a contested divorce, it may be a year or more before your divorce is finalized.
The divorce process takes time
Couples in a short term marriage may want a quick dissolution in order to move on faster. But how long divorce takes depends on several factors such as whether you’re planning on a contested or uncontested divorce, the complexity of your case, and your spouse’s willingness to cooperate.
Other factors include:
- If you’ve satisfied the residency requirements
- Whether you have expensive assets and businesses that need to be evaluated
- If you suspect your spouse of hiding assets or other malicious activity
- Whether you have serious conflicts over child custody or other parenting issues
Start now
If you are getting divorced in California, and are looking for the quickest way to end your short term marriage, you should understand all of your options. The attorney led staff at Green Giraffe Legal Services can help you determine the best route. Options range from flat fee divorce, mediation, or unbundled legal services. Our team can provide assistance with properly filing your petition for dissolution paperwork with the court, exchange of your financial disclosures and overall guidance on the divorce process. Our goal at Green Giraffe Legal is to assist couples in finalizing their divorce in the most cost-effective way possible, while staying out of the court room.