The short version
Common California divorce forms include PETITION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE, Form FL-110, MARITAL SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT, and JUDGMENT OF DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE. Cases with minor children usually need additional parenting and support documents.
Check eligibility
Confirm your divorce is uncontested and that the California residency rule fits your situation.
Prepare documents
Build the PETITION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE, settlement terms, and final decree or judgment documents.
Review before payment
Review your answers and document packet preview before paying for document generation.
File with the court
Submit the completed packet through the proper Superior Court filing path for your county.
Finish court steps
Complete service or waiver steps, observe the 6 months from service or appearance timing rule, and follow final court instructions.
Starting forms for California
Most cases begin with a starting document such as the PETITION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE. This document tells the court who is filing, where the case belongs, and what relief is requested.
Service, waiver, and agreement documents
After the case begins, the other spouse generally needs notice through service, waiver, acceptance, or another approved method. Settlement paperwork records the agreed property, debt, support, and parenting terms.
Final documents and packet review
The final court document is usually the JUDGMENT OF DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE. DivorceReady shows a packet preview before purchase so customers understand what they are preparing.
Document packet preview
What DivorceReady helps prepare for California
PETITION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE
Form FL-100
Form FL-110
Notice, waiver, acceptance, or service paperwork where available
MARITAL SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT
Property, debts, support, and agreed divorce terms
JUDGMENT OF DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE
Final judgment, decree, or order template for court review
PARENTING PLAN AND CHILD SUPPORT ORDER
Included when minor children are part of the case
California filing checklist
Self-represented filing steps and court-fee reminders
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I preview California divorce documents before buying?
Yes. The state landing page and this guide show the type of document packet DivorceReady prepares before payment.
Are California forms different when children are involved?
Yes. Cases with minor children usually require parenting, custody, child support, medical support, and related provisions in addition to the core divorce forms.
Can DivorceReady give legal advice about my California divorce?
No. DivorceReady is a document preparation service, not a law firm. The content is general self-help information and does not replace advice from a licensed attorney.
Are California court filing fees included?
No. DivorceReady document preparation pricing is separate. Court filing fees, service fees, certified copies, and local clerk charges are paid separately to the court or provider. The reviewed state profile currently lists the filing fee as $435–$450 (varies by county).