Legal Question in Family Law in California
going thru divorce process, irreconcilable differences, have in my possession joint petition for summary-dissolution of marriage paperwork that he filled out and brought over to me. we want it to be quick and easy as we agreed that we would not pursue each other monetarily, want it to be civil. question is, some of the items ask about property, obligations, that we shouldn't have either, but i do have property, he has loans...will this be a problem if we both sign it just to get the divorce over with? basically could it come back to haunt me in the future? thank you!
1 Answer from Attorneys
When you are doing a summary divorce you need to allocate the property and the debts. I do believe you can't have more than a certain amount in debts and property to do a summary divorce. But if there is ever a question in the future about who the debt or property belongs to, then the divorce will not have resolved it, if you do not place in the judgment how the property and debts are to be allocated.
For self represented individuals, you can always check out the family law facilitator in your local court house for self help. Additionally, please consult with a local attorney prior to taking any legal action.
Good luck,
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San Jose, CA. 95110
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