Legal Question in Family Law in California
CA divorce: Which date matters more -- the date a petition is filed with the court, or the date it is served to the spouse? Thank you.
Asked on 5/30/12, 12:15 pm
3 Answers from Attorneys
Anthony Roach
Law Office of Anthony A. Roach
For the six month period to get divorced, the date the responding spouse is served.
Answered on 5/30/12, 4:37 pm
BARRY BESSER
LAW OFFICES OF BARRY I. BESSER
Anthony is correct.
BARRY BESSER
www.besserlaw.com
Answered on 5/30/12, 4:57 pm
The previous answers are correct. For some other purposes the date of filing may be more relevant.
Answered on 5/30/12, 6:11 pm