Legal Question in Family Law in California
Waiting period for a divorce
What is the waiting period for a California divorce? Is it 6 months from the time that divorce is filed?
Asked on 5/14/09, 2:29 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
James Smith
James E. Smith Ltd.
Re: Waiting period for a divorce
6 months from the time it is granted.
Answered on 5/14/09, 6:49 pm
Lyle Johnson
Bedi and Johnson Attorneys at Law
Re: Waiting period for a divorce
The 6 month cooling off period starts when the respondent is served with the petition and summons or files a response.
Answered on 5/15/09, 12:56 am