An uncontested divorce is the fastest, cheapest, and least stressful way to end a marriage in California. Here’s exactly how it works.
What Makes a Divorce “Uncontested”?
An uncontested divorce means you and your spouse agree on everything: – ✅ Division of property and debts – ✅ Spousal support (amount and duration, or waiver) – ✅ Child custody and visitation schedule – ✅ Child support amount – ✅ Any other terms (pet custody, tax filing, etc.)
If you agree on everything, you don’t need attorneys, hearings, or trials. You just need accurate paperwork.
The Step-by-Step Process
Step 1: File the Petition (Week 1)
The petitioner files: – FL-100 (Petition) – FL-110 (Summons) – FL-105 (UCCJEA Declaration — if children) – MC-030 (Declaration of Venue)
Filing fee: $435
Step 2: Serve Your Spouse (Week 1–2)
Have someone over 18 (not you) personally serve your spouse with the petition and summons. File the Proof of Service (FL-115).
The 6-month clock starts on the date of service.
Step 3: Response or Default (Week 2–6)
Your spouse has 30 days to respond: – Files a Response (FL-120): Both parties are participating — proceed to disclosures – No Response: You can proceed with a default judgment after 30 days
Step 4: Exchange Financial Disclosures (Month 1–2)
Both spouses exchange: – FL-140 (Declaration of Disclosure) – FL-142 (Schedule of Assets and Debts) – FL-150 (Income and Expense Declaration)
Step 5: Sign the Marital Settlement Agreement (Month 2–3)
Finalize and sign your marital settlement agreement — the document that spells out exactly how everything is divided.
Step 6: Submit the Judgment Package (Month 3–5)
File your judgment package: – FL-180 (Judgment) – FL-170 (Declaration for Default/Uncontested) – FL-190 (Notice of Entry of Judgment) – Signed marital settlement agreement – All attachments (custody, support, property)
Step 7: Divorce Finalized (Month 6+)
Once the 6-month waiting period expires and the court processes your judgment, you receive the stamped FL-190 confirming your divorce is final.
How Much Does an Uncontested Divorce Cost?
| Path | Cost |
| DIY | $870–$1,500 |
| Document preparation (Superior Court Docs) | $1,084–$2,019 |
| Attorney | $3,000–$7,000 |
How Superior Court Docs Makes It Simple
We handle the entire document package — every form from petition (FL-100) through judgment (FL-180), including your marital settlement agreement and financial disclosures. You bring the agreement; we create the paperwork.
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Related: Complete Divorce Guide | Divorce Paralegal vs. Attorney | Divorce Cost Guide
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