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How to File for Uncontested Divorce in California

Filing for divorce does not have to be an extremely contentious and financially draining process. If you and your spouse can come to an agreement on all of the major issues in your divorce outside of the court, you may be able to settle for an amicable divorce instead of a contested divorce. The divorce process and legal requirements are very similar for contested and uncontested divorce cases. However, having agreements on all issues can expedite the divorce process and significantly reduce costs. It is important to retain counsel to draft all required paperwork for an uncontested divorce in California to be sure all court requirements are followed and the ultimate judgment is enforceable.

Hiring an attorney to complete all of the paperwork for an uncontested divorce is different from hiring an attorney to mediate your case or advise you in the mediation process. To determine if your case is appropriate for mediation or an uncontested divorce without the assistance of a neutral third party, speak with one of our family law experts.

When you need help creating the terms of an uncontested divorce, turn to a reputable lawyer. The attorneys at Cage & Miles have helped clients reach amicable divorce agreements in California and have the experience and knowledge necessary to provide you with trustworthy and beneficial counsel.

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Key Terms in an Uncontested Divorce

In order to be eligible for uncontested divorce, you and your spouse must agree on all of the major terms of your divorce agreement. This can help you avoid costly courtroom proceedings and other fees which may come up during a contested divorce. It also requires you and your spouse to negotiate these terms, which could potentially prove difficult or sometimes impossible. Terms you must agree on in order to file an uncontested divorce judgment include:

A skilled attorney can assist you during the divorce process by ensuring that the agreement you and your spouse come to is fair and considers the future of your entire family, including the children involved.

Ultimately, spouses who come to one of these agreements on their own tend to be much happier with the end result of their divorce and remain compliant with the negotiated terms. If you and your spouse are at an impasse in your negotiations but would like to proceed with an uncontested divorce, you may consider the mediation process to finalize any last disagreements.

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Choosing the Right Process for divorce

We know that no two cases are the same and that there are no “cookie-cutter” solutions to any problem. This is why the experienced family lawyers at Cage & Miles always apply our full attention and knowledge to every divorce case we take on, ensuring that your matter has the attention it needs.

During your initial consultation, we can discuss the specifics of your uncontested divorce case while conducting an analysis of the complexity of the issues and level of conflict in order to determine the right divorce path for you and your family. Uncontested divorce and mediation may not be appropriate for some cases, especially those involving a history of domestic violence, particularly financial abuse and coercive control.

Cage & Miles expertly focuses on family law and divorce. Because of this, we have an in-depth knowledge of the unique issues that a family can face when they are going through a stressful legal matter. We're dedicated to maintaining an in-depth knowledge of the law and work closely with your family to create the right structure (through contested litigation, uncontested proceedings, or mediation) to find an amicable divorce solution that meets your needs.

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It is difficult to know how long a contested divorce will take due to various delay tactics, court backlog, and other complications. However, a case where the parties have reached an agreement on all issues typically takes much less time. California divorce laws do include a mandatory six-month “cooling off” period, so a divorce will take at least six months to be finalized even if it is an uncontested divorce. Despite the “cooling off” period, parties with a full agreement can submit all paperwork and obtain enforceable orders as soon as they can complete the requisite steps.

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I highly recommend Cage and Miles if you’re going through a divorce. From the start, Jaime walked me through the process, gathering information and all the while was very empathetic to what I was going through. In nearly every situation, she was able to predict exactly what my ex would do, and in hind sight I wish I had followed more of her advice. This is an emotional time in one’s life, and I let past feelings cloud my decisions.

Bill J

You cannot go wrong with Cage & Miles. They are truly exceptional. I found Cage & Miles at an incredibly difficult time in my life and I found everyone at the firm to be very compassionate to my situation. Jaime is extremely knowledgable and put me at ease. She answered all of my questions and listened to my concerns. I want to thank Jaime and the rest of Cage & Miles for their time, compassion, and exceptional legal advise.

Audra P

I hired John Sylvester two years ago while I was going through several issues in my family law case. To date, he has helped me resolve every single one of those issues in my favor. His professionalism and knowledge of the law is second to none. He was always responsive when I had questions. He helped me understand how everything worked, from RFOs, to subpoenas, to trial litigation. John always had a plan, and he was always prepared. He was able to take all the information I gave him and make sense of it all. John never pushed me to spend more money and Rebecca the co-owner was kind enough to work out the financial aspects of my bills with me. I consider myself fortunate to have had the opportunity to work with John, and I have already recommended him to friends and family who want the best family attorney in San Diego.

Anthony C

I was represented by Cage & Miles and their legal Team. Let me start by saying that there is no better law firm to help you with a personal legal matter that you have no idea where to start. I worked mostly with Ryan an Amazing, Knowledgeable, Ambitious, Professional young man with such Integrity. Never leaves an e-mail without being answered promptly. Answers all your questions in layman's terms. He speaks to you with such respect and never lets you feel shot down. It was a long and weary 2+years but there is no other law firm I would have wanted to stand next to me. Thank you!

Ari Hernandez

Highly recommend. I couldn't have made it through this without the support of the Cage & Miles Team. They were always there for me and walked me through all the nuances of the process. They are very experienced and knowledgeable, they explain it in non-legal terms so that you can understand the situation. They are always open to ideas, approaches and this allows you to evaluate options with facts of the laws.

Carol Lembke

Steven set my mind at ease immediately. My situation felt incredibly difficult and extreme. After our initial consultation I knew that when the time came for me to act that Steven was the perfect professional for me to hire. He was very diligent dotting every “i” and crossing every “t” while carefully explaining each step through completion. I can’t imagine anyone else doing a finer job. Thank you!

Coach Miller

Top notch legal team. Very knowledgeable on all family laws matters. Practical approach to solving the challenges of divorce and reaching resolution. Would strongly recommend Cage & Miles!!

Greg Wood

This review is long over due. I cannot say enough nice things about Jillian Duggan-Herd. Over the past several years, Jillian has helped me with multiple family law issues. Every single time, Jillian was able to help clear up the issues with integrity, honesty and a high standard of ethics. Jillian is a professional of the highest standards. Without the help of Jillian, I know that I would not have had the successful outcomes I have had. Jillian will stand by your requests and will guide you through what is sometimes a very stressful and lengthy process. Though there were MANY difficult challenges for Jillian in my personal cases, she did not falter. Not once... Thank you Jillian for the dedication, professionalism, honesty and integrity. Your hard work has allowed many smiles within our family and we are extremely grateful. On a scale of 1 to 10, you are an 11. Keep up the amazing work!

James Dougherty

I cannot say enough great things about Cage and Miles. I've worked with Jaime and her team for over 2 years now for my divorce modifications. They have come through every single time when I needed them. Jaime and her team are not the type of lawyers that takes your money and do minimal work. They go far and beyond for anything even if the issues are small. They caught things that I did not even notice. Jaime especially takes her time listening to me and giving me the most honest opinion. Initially, I was dealing with my ex-husband by myself to save money, but it became very stressful. I decided to hire an attorney and turned to a professional that can take that stress away. I interviewed a few lawyers in my area, but no one compared to Jaime and her team. I highly recommend everyone to use Cage and Miles.

Katie S

Jaime Cage and her team were invaluable in helping me through a challenging marriage dissolution. I expressed a sincere interest in placing my children first and then have the rest follow. I was not interested in a complicated process that would make an already challenging situation more difficult. Jaime ensured we stuck to my goal every step of the way. Thanks to Jaime I wrapped up this process in two months and can now focus on being the best dad possible.

Jose A

Jaime Cage helped me through one of the most difficult periods of my life. My ex-spouse had promised in the beginning that our divorce process would be "amicable" but instead hired 3 different attorneys to fight every step of the way. I had Jaime the entire time, and her calm demeanor helped me stay the course, even when opposing counsel continued to demand document after document. She even made sure that any battle I wanted to pursue was worth the attorney fees I would end up paying. She always kept me appraised of developments. I have recommended her to family members who are going through divorces.

Justin G

My experience with Cage and Miles has been exceptional. Going through an incredibly difficult life change has been considerably easier knowing and experiencing the benefit of having legal representation that I can trust. Shannon, Jaime, and the entire staff have been outstanding. I highly recommend seeking help from Cage and Miles!!!

Phil J

No one anticipates needing a family lawyer but if you find yourself in the unfortunate position of getting divorced Cage & Miles is an excellent firm to help during this monumental transition. Jaime Cage and her associates are experienced, brilliant, efficient and knowledgeable. Jaime helped me feel empowered. I am very grateful for everything the firm has done for me.

Shelly A

It's not easy to combine pragmatism with something as personal as family law. Maria Spear has a unique ability to clearly and quickly distill empirical truth from the excess information and emotion that tend to muddy the waters of family and custody litigation. Unfortunately, it took an an extensive trial and error process to find this group. Heine is quoted saying "Experience is a good school. But the fees are high." As someone who is not big on online reviews, I'm writing this in thought of the next person who experiences the pains and uncertainty of this process: there is no substitute for excellent legal counsel when your family affairs' are in jeopardy. Cage & Mills is an excellent firm.

Tom Cassou

Jaime and her team were the best ever!! Given the nature of this very traumatic and confusing experience, Jaime and her team explained every detail so you could make sense of it all. They made very feel safe, throughout all the uncertainty. They were always available to answer a question and or pull you off the ledge! My divorce worked out exactly as they planned. If you need a lawyer then do yourself a big favor and have Jaime Cage and her team totally look after you! It will be the smartest decision you will ever make. Thank You Jaime and team.

Susanne McCall

Hi - I am eternally grateful for Traci Hoppes and her team at Cage & Miles - on the contrary of being a divorce attorney, she has saved our marriage. Traci is a CFLS (Certified Family Law Specialist) with an abundance of experience and expertise in her field of practice. She is also gifted with her experience and understanding of addiction and how to navigate these troubled waters. She has saved my young children from harm's way, and this is not a debt in which I can repay. Traci has forced my wife to look at herself and made her accountable for her actions, this in turn has brought about her sobriety and her joining AA. She is two years sober now and still working on herself. I am proud of her and her continued sobriety. Thank you again, Traci all the best to you!

Andy Chien

Jaime & Shannon did a great job for me. I always felt like I knew what was going on with my case and like they listened to what I wanted. A few times I was pretty upset about my case and Jaime explained everything to me so I could understand and calm down. It's amazing how much they know off of the top of their heads. They are great attorneys and people, and I would recommmend them to anyone else in a heart beat.

Alex G

Divorce is a messy business and not always pleasant. Shannon Miles was very knowledgable and matter of fact (which I really appreciated). Her team at Cage & Miles were easy to work with, professional, thorough, and cared about providing a good experience for their clients. I appreciate all of their hard work and follow up to get my divorce finalized. I would recommend them if you need a good lawyer.

Amy Allen

Great firm. They have been over the top exceptional! I have a "high conflict" case and Jaime has been amazing with every tantrum my ex throws our way. They are also knowledgeable about personality disorders which are helpful in my case. Jaime and Shannon take the time to explain the divorce process and help make a smooth transition for you and your family.

Amy C

I can’t recommend Avi Levy enough. He represented me during an extremely difficult and toxic divorce and was a constant source of strength and professionalism. Thanks to his expertise and commitment, I was awarded full legal and physical custody of my children, which was my greatest priority. Throughout the process, Avi was always available to answer my questions, guide me through every step, and ensure I felt supported. I knew I was in excellent hands, and his skill and dedication truly made a difference during one of the hardest times in my life. If you need someone who will fight for you and put your needs first, Avi is the one to trust.

C. Weiss

They are very good company to deal with the family law, I had Mehry Mohseni and Stephanie they did an awesome job. They will let you know what is going on in your case, help you how the court works and put you in the picture when you go inside the court what you expect to happen. They will prepare you for your court day very well.I’ll recommend them to anyone going through these kind of problems they will do their best for you.

Aya Lockman

I was involved in a highly complex and exhaustive family law case over the last couple years. Jillian Dugan-Herd was my 2nd attorney and thanks to her it's finally over! She is honest, fair, intelligent, professional, kind, unbelievably fierce and highly respected not only by the judge but also her colleagues (I saw that 1st hand). She's quite simply a bad-ass. Other attorneys were coming out of the attorney room telling me how hard she was fighting for me. I was humbled by and grateful for her intense dedication to my case and her incredible ability to argue on my behalf. She never gave up! I was wholly represented and no words will ever fully express my gratitude! My case was not an easy one and the results she got me were fair but also life changing. I know I would not have gotten the results I got with any other attorney. Listen to her, she will not steer you in the wrong direction. She has your & your children's best interest at heart.

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