California Uncontested Divorce Forms Online
Prepare your California uncontested divorce documents online, with California Judicial Council form references, county filing guidance, and a self-represented filing checklist.
California Courts lists Petition FL-100 and Summons FL-110 among the starting divorce forms. Confirm local add-ons with the Superior Court before filing.
Residency
Petitioner has been a resident of the State of California for at least 6 months and of this county for at least 3 months immediately preceding the filing of this Petition.
Waiting period
6 months from service or appearance
Court filing fee
$435–$450 (varies by county)
Filing court
Superior Court
Preview California Divorce Documents
See a realistic sample of the California divorce packet DivorceReady prepares from your answers, formatted like the documents customers download after purchase.
SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA
County
IN RE THE MARRIAGE OF
JORDAN SAMPLE,
Plaintiff
and
TAYLOR SAMPLE,
Defendant
Case No.: ___________________
PETITION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE
Ref: Form FL-100
1. PARTIES:
Plaintiff, Jordan Sample, residing at 123 Main Street, Los Angeles, California 90012, and Defendant, Taylor Sample, residing at 456 Oak Avenue, Los Angeles, California 90012, were lawfully married on 2016-06-14 in Los Angeles, California. Plaintiff contact: 213-555-0100 · jordan.sample@example.com.
2. RESIDENCY / JURISDICTION:
Petitioner has been a resident of the State of California for at least 6 months and of this county for at least 3 months immediately preceding the filing of this Petition.
3. GROUNDS FOR DISSOLUTION:
Irreconcilable differences have caused the irremediable breakdown of the marriage.
4. CHILDREN:
This sample shows a no-children path. If minor children are selected, DivorceReady adds the California parenting, custody, visitation, and support documents available for the selected packet.
5. REQUEST:
Plaintiff respectfully requests that the Court grant the divorce, approve the parties' agreed property and debt division, and grant all other relief allowed by the court.
Plaintiff Signature
Jordan Sample
Date / Notary
Sample names are shown for preview only. Your documents are generated from your questionnaire answers and may vary based on county, children, property, support, and name-change selections.
Packet Includes
PETITION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE
Form FL-100
Form FL-110
Service, waiver, or notice pathway where available
JUDGMENT OF DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE
Final order template for the court
California Self-Represented Filing Checklist
Step-by-step filing reminders for the Varies by County
MARITAL SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT
Property, debts, and agreed terms
PARENTING PLAN AND CHILD SUPPORT ORDER
Included when children are part of the case
Download, Edit, and Reprint Access
Post-purchase access to review, correct, and regenerate documents if needed
California Filing Path
Varies by County
California e-filing availability depends heavily on the county. Some counties mandate e-filing for family law, others do not offer it at all. Self-represented filers should contact their county superior court clerk to determine whether e-filing is available.
Official filing resourceE-filing rules vary by county in California. You must check with your specific county superior court clerk to confirm availability and requirements for self-represented filers.
Simple guided flow
How DivorceReady works in California
Check fit
Confirm your case is an uncontested California divorce and choose whether children are involved.
Answer guided questions
Enter spouse, property, debt, support, and child-related details in plain language.
Review before payment
Review your answers first, then pay only when you are ready to generate documents.
Download and file
Download the prepared packet and use the Varies by County or local clerk instructions to file.
State-specific trust
Built for California filing details
DivorceReady prepares a court-ready packet using the selected state profile for document names, residency language, waiting period reminders, filing-court guidance, and self-represented filing instructions. If a filing office returns a packet for a DivorceReady preparation issue, we will help correct the packet.
Court-ready packet
Uses official court form templates or required structure where available.
Correction support
If a filing office returns a packet for a DivorceReady preparation issue, we will help correct it.
Flat-fee pricing
Document preparation from $89.99; court filing fees are separate.
California-specific
Copy, document labels, and filing steps reflect the selected state.
Not a law firm
DivorceReady prepares documents and does not provide legal advice.
DivorceReady prepares your documents. Filing is completed separately through your court, clerk, or approved e-filing portal where available. DivorceReady is not a law firm and does not file documents with the court on your behalf.
Quality framework
Reviewed content structure
Each state page includes legal-source citations, a last-reviewed date, editorial methodology links, and a clear attorney-review placeholder structure for future reviewer expansion.
Attorney-review ready
Structured source notes and review fields are in place if DivorceReady later adds licensed attorney reviewers.
Filing source last verified: 2026-07-10
Source-backed legal information
California Authority & Review Notes
This page is maintained for self-represented uncontested divorce filers and is checked against official court, clerk, and e-filing resources where available.
Last reviewed
August 31, 2026
Next scheduled check: November 29, 2026
Reviewed by
DivorceReady Editorial Review Team
Editorial QC, source checks, and product-language review.
Attorney review
Prepared for future reviewer attribution
Attorney-review structure prepared; no attorney reviewer is currently assigned.
What DivorceReady Prepares
- California divorce petition, complaint, or dissolution starter documents based on the selected package.
- Service, waiver, acceptance, or notice documents where those documents are part of the self-represented filing path.
- Settlement, final decree, parenting, name restoration, and filing checklist materials when the user selects an eligible package.
What Users Must File/Pay Separately
- File the signed document packet with the California court, clerk, or approved e-filing portal after purchase and review.
- Pay court filing fees, service fees, certified copies, and e-filing provider fees directly to the court, clerk, sheriff/constable, process server, or filing vendor.
- Confirm local clerk instructions, signatures, notarization, service, hearing, and final-decree procedures before filing.
Official Sources Cited
DivorceReady.online is a self-help document preparation service. We are not a law firm, do not provide legal advice, do not represent customers in court, and are not affiliated with any court. Customers are responsible for reviewing, signing, filing, serving, and paying all court or provider fees required by their filing office.
Next questions
Explore California divorce by topic
Keep researching by cost, residency, waiting period, forms, service, property, children, custody, and name change.
Cost
Court filing fees, DivorceReady pricing, and common cost items to plan for.
Residency
Where you can file and the residency rule to check before starting.
Waiting Period
The minimum waiting period and what can usually be prepared before finalization.
Filing Steps
A simple self-represented filing sequence from questionnaire to final decree.
Forms
The core divorce paperwork included in an uncontested document package.
Service
Service, waiver, acceptance, and proof of notice basics for an uncontested case.
Property
How uncontested filers document agreed property, debts, and settlement terms.
Children
Parenting plan, custody, child support, and child-related document basics.
Name Change
How a requested name change is usually handled in divorce paperwork.
State authority articles
Uncontested Divorce Checklist
A state-specific checklist for self-represented California filers who agree on the major divorce terms and want a clearer paperwork path before filing.
File Without a Lawyer
A practical guide for California spouses who agree on the major terms and want to prepare documents without hiring a lawyer for the entire case.
Costs and Filing Fees
A plain-English cost planner for California filers comparing court fees, service costs, and flat-fee document preparation.
Divorce Forms Explained
A document-focused guide showing what self-represented California filers usually prepare in an uncontested divorce packet.
After Filing
A post-filing roadmap for California self-represented filers who want to know what comes after the initial paperwork is submitted.
Divorce With Children
A careful overview for California parents who agree on divorce terms and need to understand the extra paperwork involved when minor children are part of the case.
Common questions
California divorce FAQ
Can I file divorce without a lawyer in California?
Many uncontested divorces can be filed by self-represented filers when both spouses agree on the major terms. DivorceReady prepares California-specific documents and filing guidance; it is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice.
How much does an uncontested divorce cost in California?
DivorceReady's document preparation fee starts at $89.99 during launch pricing. The court filing fee in California is approximately $435–$450 (varies by county), and court, service, notarization, copy, and provider fees are paid separately.
What forms do I need for an uncontested divorce in California?
Most uncontested cases need a starting petition or complaint, service or waiver documents, settlement terms, and a final decree or judgment. DivorceReady shows a sample packet preview and prepares the state-specific document package for your selected path.
How long does divorce take in California?
California has a mandatory waiting period of 6 months from service or appearance. Final timing also depends on court review, local scheduling, service or waiver steps, and whether the paperwork is complete.
Can I file if my spouse agrees in California?
Spouse agreement is usually what makes a divorce uncontested. If both spouses agree on property, debts, support, and child-related terms where applicable, DivorceReady can help you check fit before creating a paid case.
What court do I file for divorce in California?
Divorce in California is generally filed in the Superior Court. You usually file in the county connected to your or your spouse's residence, subject to local court rules.
Ready when you are
Start your California divorce packet
Begin with a state-specific questionnaire, review your answers before payment, and download documents when the packet is ready.
$89.99
Without children
About 30 min
Typical questionnaire time
What happens after payment
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Download packet
California documents open after checkout.
Follow checklist
Use the filing steps prepared with your packet.
Review locally
Confirm court fees and clerk rules before filing.
Edit and reprint
Correct details and download again when needed.
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Local filing guides
County and city pages for California
Use these pages for local courthouse, filing fee, and clerk guidance where available.