Legal Question in Family Law in California
change of legal seperation to divorce
I have been legally seperated for 10 years . I would like to know how to change my satatus to divorce.
4 Answers from Attorneys
Re: change of legal seperation to divorce
If you are legally separated, there is a judgment stating that you are legally separated. If this is the case you will have to file a new petition for dissolution of marriage.
Re: change of legal seperation to divorce
File another one, this time calling it "amended" and checking the box for dissolution.
Reply: change of legal seperation to divorce
In a general sense, if you have a Judgment for Legal Separation and want to become single, then you need to file a Petition - Dissolution. If you do not have a Judgment - Legal Separation, then you are not legally separated.
For a specific opinion regarding your individual circumstances, I suggest that you consult with an experienced family law lawyer. Experience is not expensive, it's priceless!
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Good luck to you!
Brian Levy, Esq.
www.calattorney.com
Re: change of legal seperation to divorce
You need to file an amended Petition seeking dissolution of marriage. If a judgment of Legal Separation has already been entered then you need to file a whole new petition.
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