Divorce without kids or property
If you’re getting divorced in California and are in a relationship with a dual income, no kids, little to no property, and some or no debt, you have options for a fast dissolution to your marriage. An uncontested divorce process simply put is a divorce where the parties choose to settle matters without the need to go through the litigation process.
Typically, an uncontested divorce can be a simple divorce because you are eliminating the need for a lengthy court battle with attorneys. The average litigated divorce takes 15 months to 2 yrs where an uncontested divorce can often be done in 6 to 9 months. In many cases, you can have all of your paperwork and marital settlement completed in 3 months where you are simply waiting for the court to grant your final status from married to divorced upon meeting the mandatory 6-month waiting period for California.
Flat fee divorce options
Whether you have an uncontested or a contested divorce, California law requires you follow the same divorce process, which is complicated, and involves a number of forms to be completed. Although these forms are there to protect your needs, many people are overwhelmed by the amount of paperwork involved.
Family law is very procedural in nature and proper guidance is key in successfully getting the courts to sign off on your dissolution of marriage and to assure that your spouse cannot later overturn your agreement. From the dreaded completion and exchange of Preliminary Declarations of Disclosure to having a proper marital settlement agreement, it is not as simple as one packet that gets signed all-in-one sitting. Sensitive information such as your income, assets, debts, tax returns, and bank statements etc. must be disclosed and our key to determination of any final agreement.
Working with a divorce consultant or paralegal can make your divorce easier as this person will assure that all the details the court requires are met. With Flat Fee divorce some couples can settle their entire divorce with proper guidance of a consultant, while others might require an attorney led mediation or some hybrid of attorney involvement. Divorce attorney’s can help you settle the terms of your divorce, including the division of financial accounts, real estate and debt, support calculations and child custody schedules. Additionally, a good divorce consultant or paralegal will assure that your final Marital Settlement Agreement is drafted by an attorney to incorporate appropriate language to protect the parties.
Flat fee divorce services are a good option for simple divorces with no kids, couples that are amicable or those that feel compelled to save money and stay out of court. Legal fees are typically quoted up front on a flat fee basis and can often be paid in phases to make the process more affordable. Giving couples control over their legal fees, decisions and overall process is the goal of Flat Fee divorce and mediation.
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Although some divorces are easier than others, there is no such thing as a truly “easy” divorce. At worst, divorce is emotionally difficult, and at best, divorce involves hours of tedious paperwork and unwanted court appearances. Flat fee divorce and mediation is the easier route when couples commit to the process.
At Green Giraffe, we offer flat-fee services for simple cases such as a divorce without kids or property, and more complex situations involving division of property, support or custody issues. At your initial consultation our team strives to learn more about your situation, educate you on the divorce process and craft a plan that fits your budget and needs. We help clients better understand the process of divorce and guide them through every step. Our paralegals are supported by a team of attorney’s, all mediation is attorney led and all marital settlement agreements are drafted by attorneys. Our motto is do it right the first time. Call us today for a free consultation!