Divorce & Family Law Documents
Petitions, responses, custody and support forms, and settlement paperwork.
California Legal Document Excellence, LLC is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice or legal representation.
What It Is
Document preparation for individuals handling their own family law matters in California courts.
Documents We Prepare
Petition for Dissolution, Response, QDRO forms, Marital Settlement Agreement, child custody and support forms, FL series court forms.
Who This Is For
For individuals seeking to prepare their own family law paperwork.
Documents to Gather for Your Divorce Paperwork
Having these ready will help us prepare your documents faster:
- Marriage certificate
- Full legal names and dates of birth for both parties
- Current addresses for both parties
- List of all real property (addresses, estimated values)
- List of financial accounts (bank, retirement, investments)
- Vehicle information (make, model, year, estimated value)
- Children's full legal names and dates of birth (if applicable)
- Any existing court orders or agreements between the parties
- Approximate date of separation
You do not need all of these to get started — bring what you have and we'll guide you through the rest.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a lawyer to file for divorce in California?
No. California allows you to represent yourself in a divorce, and many uncontested divorces are handled without an attorney. As Registered Legal Document Assistants (LDA #87), we prepare all your forms at your direction — you decide the terms, and we make sure the paperwork is complete and correct for the court.
How much does an uncontested divorce cost with an LDA?
Far less than an attorney, who bills by the hour. We charge a flat document-preparation fee, quoted up front after your free intake — separate from the court's filing fee. You'll know the full price before any work begins.
How long does a divorce take in California?
California has a mandatory six-month waiting period from the date the responding spouse is served before a divorce can be final. Getting the paperwork right the first time avoids rejections that add months — which is exactly what we prepare for you.
Can you help with custody, support, and property division?
Yes. We prepare the child custody, visitation, support, and marital settlement forms that go with a dissolution, at your direction. We can't give legal advice on what to ask for, but we make sure the documents reflect your decisions and meet California's requirements.
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Start with a free consultation — tell us what you need and we'll take care of the rest. Pricing provided after intake — your consultation is free.
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