This infographic is a visual representation of the divorce process in California from start to finish. This covers both contested and uncontested divorces. When using this chart, it’s important to understand if you’re the Petitioner or the Respondent, because that impacts your rights and obligations.

The infographic is meant as a brief overview of the divorce process. Other factors, such as a divorce with child custody issues, could significantly alter this process. This design was created by information provided by the Los Angeles Superior Court Planning and Research Unit.

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