If you are trying to file for divorce in California you will need to complete and file a FL-100, which is commonly referred to as the divorce petition. The FL-100 contains a ton of information and in most cases it is wise that you hire a family law attorney to assist you in completing your divorce petition. Some of the items that you will be required to provide are
- Legal Relationship
- Residence Requirements
- Statistical Facts
- Minor Children
- Legal Grounds
- Child Custody and Visitation (Parenting Time)
- Child Support
- Spousal or Domestic Partner Support
- Separate Property
- Community and Quasi Community Property