Legal Question in Family Law in California
My husband has filed for legal separation through a collaborative law attorney in NY state this past week. I was notified via email by her and told I have 7 days to respond with my collaborative law attorney. I have always resided in NY state but he has resided always in California.
Do I have the right to file divorce in California then or is it too late? What are my options?
1 Answer from Attorneys
To meet the residency requirements, one spouse must have been a resident of the state for at least six months. One spouse must also have lived in the county where the divorce petition is being filed for at least three months. Your husband's residency may satisfy that requirement, but it may be difficult for you to handle a divorce in California, while you are in New York, especially on your own.
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