Filing for Divorce in Los Angeles
Where you should file for divorce depends on where you and your spouse live and have lived. Here’s where to file for divorce in Los Angeles.
If you or your spouse have lived in California for at least six months and Los Angeles County for at least three months, you can file for divorce in Los Angeles at your local court. Those who meet Los Angeles’ residency requirements can file their paperwork at any courthouse in LA.
Have You or Your Spouse Lived in Los Angeles for At Least Three Months?
There is a six-month residency requirement to file for divorce in California, and a three-month residency requirement to file for divorce in any California county, including Los Angeles. Both you and your spouse do not have to meet California’s state and county residency requirements; only one of you needs to meet the residency requirements to file in Los Angeles.
That means that if you or your spouse has lived in California for the past six months and Los Angeles for the past three months, you can file for divorce in Los Angeles. If you or your spouse lived in California for six months but have not lived in Los Angeles for at least three months, you cannot file in Los Angeles. One of our divorce lawyers can help answer any other questions you may have.
Your Local Court
If you meet the Los Angeles residency requirements, there is not a specific court you need to go to file for divorce; you can file your divorce paperwork at any courthouse that accepts divorce paperwork in Los Angeles county. There isn’t one specific court based on your location that you must file the divorce papers at. As long as you meet the Los Angeles divorce residency requirements, you can submit your divorce papers at any court in Los Angeles. At Her Lawyer, our experienced divorce attorneys can gladly help you find the right court to file for divorce.
Starting Your Divorce in Los Angeles
There are specific papers that you’ll want to take to the court to file for divorce. The forms you’ll need to complete and bring to your local court depend on your unique divorce case. After you’ve completed and reviewed your divorce papers, file them with your local court clerk. For more information on how to start your divorce, click here. One of our skilled divorce lawyers can help get your divorce started.
Free Consultation With a Los Angeles Divorce Attorney
If you’re filing for divorce in Los Angeles and need a lawyer, contact us. At Her Lawyer, our attorneys specialize in helping and representing women in divorce. Get your free consultation with the right divorce attorney today.