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Bookmark or Share- Divorce/Dissolution | Superior Court of California | County of Santa ClaraThis page tells you about how to file for a divorce, legal separation or nullity. Divorce can be complicated. We encourage you to talk to a private family law lawyer so you will know about your legal rights and the legal issues in your case.
- How to get a copy of a divorce decree or certificate - USAGovA divorce decree is a court order ending a marriage. A divorce certificate is a vital document proving a divorce occurred. Learn when you can use each and how to get copies.
- Divorce in California | California Courts | Self Help GuideTo file for divorce in California, either you or your spouse has to have lived in California for the past 6 months and in your current California county for the past 3 months. There are other residency rules for legal separations, same sex couples, and domestic partners. Learn more.
- Starting Divorce | California Courts | Self Help GuideTo start a divorce or legal separation, you begin by filling out two court forms: a Petition and a Summons. If you and your spouse (or domestic partner) have children together, you will also need to fill out at least one other form about your children.
- Divorce Forms | California Courts | Self Help GuideAll California courts use the same basic set of forms for divorce. You can find the most commonly-used forms on this page. If you are not sure which forms to use, talk to your Self-Help Center or a lawyer. Some courts have special local forms too.
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