Legal Question in Family Law in California

Prisoner & Divorce

I have a friend in prison who wants to get a divorce, he is overwhelmed & doesn't know where to start & then what to do.

Can you help him?

Thank you


Asked on 10/24/03, 7:46 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
H.M. Torrey The Law Offices of H.M. Torrey

Re: Prisoner & Divorce

we may be able to assist your friend once we get more specific details regarding the situation.

for a free phone consultation, email us directly with your contact information and we will get back to you by this coming wednesday.

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Answered on 10/25/03, 1:21 am
Geoffrey Sutliff Geoffrey A. Sutliff, Attorney at Law

Re: Prisoner & Divorce

First, he needs to file the Petition and have it served. If the divorce is uncontested and all of the issues are resolved, he can file for a summary dissolution. You can find a paralegal to do it for about $600-$700 (look in the phone book). If there are a lot of unresolved legal issues, he should get an attorney.

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Answered on 10/25/03, 10:03 am


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