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Filing a Summary Divorce in San Diego

Not every divorce or legal separation needs a divorce attorney. Some divorces can be filed easily. If you have a short-term marriage (something under five years), no assets, and no children, then you can file an uncontested divorce. Also known as a Summary Dissolution Divorce. For more detailed information and assistance in the correct preparation of documents, you can contact San Diego divorce lawyers by signing up for a consultation.

A Summary Dissolution Divorce is where you and your spouse agree to the terms of the divorce. If you agree the judge reviews the documents, and the divorce is finalized. No court hearings are needed. There are only three steps to a Simple Divorce.

Draft and

SIGN DOCUMENT

The first step is to write out the terms of the divorce you have agreed to. By terms, we mean who keeps the home, who takes which vehicle, who takes which bank account, what days you have the children, how much child support, etc.

Use our Uncontested Divorce Worksheet to write out these terms.

 

Watch a video on how to complete the worksheet

File

DOCUMENT

We use the worksheet to draft and file your court documents. This opens your uncontested divorce with the court. We then submit the documents to the judge for a final review.

Submit Document For

JUDGE APPROVAL

The judge reviews the documents and if no changes are needed, signs and approves the divorce. We email you copies of divorce documents and your divorce is final.

How much does an?

AN UNCONTESTED DIVORCE COST?

Right Lawyers offers two uncontested divorce packages. The Basic service includes answering general questions, drafting all the documents, and filing all the documents with the San Diego court. The Mediated service is when you need an attorney to help mediate the terms of the divorce and file all the documents.

 

Both services are fixed fees, not an hourly fee. The fixed fee covers all your costs to get an uncontested divorce.

Basic

UNCONTESTED DIVORCE

This is the perfect choice for couples who have assets to divide, would like an attorney to draft the documents, and would like an attorney file the documents with the court correctly.

  • We draft all your divorce documents.
  • We file your documents with the court.
  • We pay your $435 court filing fee.
  • We submit all the documents for the judge’s final approval.
$1600

Mediated

UNCONTESTED DIVORCE

This option is for couples needing an attorney to help them agree on the terms of the divorce.

  • One hour attorney consult.
  • We draft all your divorce documents.
  • We file your documents with the court.
  • We pay your $300 court filing fee.
  • We submit all the documents for the judge’s final approval.
  • Two hours of mediation with a licensed attorney.
$3500

Payment plans available

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100% GUARANTEE

THE DOCUMENTS WILL BE ACCEPTED

BY THE COURTS OR YOUR MONEY BACK.

DO YOU HAVE A QUESTION?

Do you have a question about an uncontested divorce? Email your question to divorce attorney Brittney Salvatore.

    Brittney Salvatore, Esq

    Brittney has been a divorce and custody attorney for over 12 years. She is licensed in California and Nevada. She attended Santa Clara University where she graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications. She continued on to earn her J.D. from Santa Clara University’s School of Law in 2011.

    Right Lawyers | Voted Best Divorce Attorneys

    Testimonials

    4.5
    Based on 146 reviews
    John Mckeown
    John Mckeown
    07:00 09 Mar 23
    Attorney Salvatore had assisted me with my child's guardianship case. Her and her team did a great job getting the paperwork done. They responded back if I had any questions. I really appreciate everything she and her team did for us. I would highly recommend her to everyone.
    Vi
    Vi
    18:00 21 Feb 23
    Rock Rocheleau was awesome help for me. Honest and upfront about a last minute legal situation of mine. I had a quick turnaround for response to the Court and i honestly assumed that I would be brushed off do to the time crunch. I was wrong. Rock responded back to me as scheduled and still assisted me best way he could. Thank you again
    Reggie Livingston
    Reggie Livingston
    05:27 27 Jan 23
    Thanks Right Lawers! It wasn't easy but you got the job done. I appreciate everything you did for me with helping me get divorced.
    Jennifer Gomez
    Jennifer Gomez
    20:41 20 Jan 23
    Do yourself a favor and contact Right Lawyers for a consultation! I had a 15 minute consultation with divorce Attorney Rock Rocheleau. He gave me exceptionally helpful direction & information I can use now to begin my case and move it forward. It’s extremely valuable direction. He was clear about my cost going forward if I hire him. He totally deserves the Best of Las Vegas Divorce Lawyers for the many years it’s been awarded to him!
    Jenn
    Jenn
    18:51 09 Jan 23
    Excellent divorce attorney that listened to me and helped me more than I had hoped. Highly recommend.
    Mohley Wot
    Mohley Wot
    16:19 17 Dec 22
    Rock did an amazing job as my divorce attorney. His prices are fair. He's very accessible. It was a pleasure working with him!
    scott miller
    scott miller
    03:24 16 Dec 22
    This is the best lawyer I’ve seen in town. I’v paid other lawyers $200 consultation fee just to ask a couple questions while this lawyer took his time and went over every question I had in very deep detail and did not charge me a dime unless we were to file any paperwork in court. I really recommend them before going to any lawyer in town. You will not be disappointed. He even offer to help me with further questions that may come up by email. They are just beyond the best. I will stick with them anytime I need a family lawyer. Thank you Rock Rocheleau very much for being patient and listening to all questions I had about my case.
    Carlos Prado
    Carlos Prado
    02:24 06 Dec 22
    They where great!! My process was quick and easy definitely recommend!!
    E Castaneda
    E Castaneda
    02:15 10 Nov 22
    They were able to help me with the divorce process - this was by far the easiest part of the divorce. The team was easy to communicate with, prompt with replies and the turnaround time was much faster than what I anticipated - thank you!
    Eric Winkler
    Eric Winkler
    16:49 19 Oct 22
    Divorce is without a doubt, one of the most tragic events in a person's life. There are no winners, only lots of hurt people and financial loss. The Courts are in control and not interested in honest deliberation only how quickly they can move to the next case. My experience with Right Divorce Lawyers is, they helped immensely by providing strategies and direction to get through the process. Rock Rocheleau was there with me when I needed him, even on off times. The cost of a divorce is never good or equitable, however, Right Lawyers kept the costs down and tried to settle sooner than later, with my interests in mind. I would recommend this firm, they do care!
    Thomas Sclafani
    Thomas Sclafani
    07:22 18 Oct 22
    Mr. Rocheleau is very professional, knowledgeable in his field, and maintains excellent communication.
    Eric Chai
    Eric Chai
    20:08 30 Sep 22
    Right Lawyers was referred to me when I was in need of a reputable divorce attorney. Rock Rocheleau was easy to work with and delivered above and beyond my expectations through out the process. Angelica's communication and prompt work was amazing as well! I will highly recommend Right Lawyers to anyone in need of a divorce attorney or firm who delivers great service and expected results!
    Daniel Dinunzio
    Daniel Dinunzio
    21:22 29 Sep 22
    Staff was very professional and helpful during the whole process
    Claudia Hincapie
    Claudia Hincapie
    01:06 23 Sep 22
    Rock was recommended to me by a friend so I reached out to him and I'm so grateful for the recommendation! I wanted to get through my divorce as quickly as possible and his team helped make that happen. They were quick to respond to every email and question I had, they were helpful in sharing information and questions I had about what to ask for in my divorce, they made the entire process go as smoothly and as quickly as possible. I knew up front what the fees were and it felt like they had my best interest at heart. I would absolutely recommend the Right Divorce Lawyers to anyone looking for support through their divorce.
    Andrea Haughey
    Andrea Haughey
    12:11 15 Sep 22
    Fast service, helpful and informative, would definitely work with Rock again if needed for divorce attorney needs.
    The Pulsifer Squad
    The Pulsifer Squad
    02:52 02 Sep 22
    Rock is One of the best divorce attorneys that I've ever dealt with.He was very patient and understanding, he was in contact 24/7 even when he was on vacation. 10 out of 10 would highly recommend.
    jaime brown
    jaime brown
    23:05 24 Aug 22
    If you are looking for a good law firm for divorce/child custody, then this is the right place, had a free consultation and they answered all my questions and doubts thoroughly, very friendly and professional and made my case easy to understand. Great firm. Highly recommend.
    Vanessa Garcia
    Vanessa Garcia
    12:32 10 Aug 22
    I just went through a divorce after 15 years of marriage. The whole process seemed pretty stressful and frankly I was not mentally prepared to deal with it. After briefly talking with Meredith, and working with Danielle, the whole process became quite effortless. I highly recommend RIGHT Lawyers if you are suddenly faced with an unfortunate (or fortunate?) divorce.
    William Gardner
    William Gardner
    22:34 20 Jul 22
    Rock and Stacy helped me with my divorce/custody case and they made the right moves to secure victory in the early stages. Always responsible and punctual. Professional is an understatement for this firm.Thank you so much again.
    Roberto Carlos Reyes
    Roberto Carlos Reyes
    18:55 15 Jul 22
    My experience with Right Lawyers has been positive. Meredith and Danielle handled my case. Throughout the process they have been helpful, diligent, efficient, responsive, and professional. They will listen to your concerns, explain your options, discus possible outcomes, and advise you. I would definitely recommend this firm to anyone needing representation in family court.
    Gianni Carlo Contardo
    Gianni Carlo Contardo
    07:28 12 Jul 22
    These guys did a great job with helping me and keeping me informed. Very knowledgeable and will get you the answers you need when you need them. They will always return your call and email in a timely manner. Thank you for helping me.
    Anthony Rhee
    Anthony Rhee
    22:43 20 Jun 22
    Recently needed to find an attorney and I called up RIGHT Lawyers. I was fortunate enough to talk to Mr. Rocheleau about my situation and he was able to help me through it and file all the legal matters that pertained to my situation. Given how severe my case felt to me, Mr. Rocheleau and his paralegal, Angelica, were quick, responsive, and able to file all of the paperwork as quickly as possible. This was honestly the best experience I ever had with an attorney. I would highly recommend Mr. Rocheleau for anyone who goes through a divorce.
    Arthur Abdoulin
    Arthur Abdoulin
    19:18 09 Jun 22
    While my case did not go how we had both hoped, I still appreciate everything that Brittney did to help me fight for my children. I am autistic and part of the LGBT+ community, so it is important to me to have someone represent me that is a strong ally, concise, and thorough in communication. I never once felt like she didn't have my best interests at heart. She was empathetic. She explained everything she could as well as she could. This is the second time we had used her (first time did go our way). I would use her again in the future. Brittney is a great attorney.
    Jasper Edwards
    Jasper Edwards
    17:13 06 Jun 22
    Professional and courteous service and attention to details. They were always easy to reach and responsive and they keep their word.
    Hand Some
    Hand Some
    05:18 02 Jun 22
    The folks at RIGHT Lawyers handled by divorce so quickly, thoroughly, and inexpensively, it's hard to believe that it actually happened. The team, including Rock and Adriana, were extremely courteous, and followed through on every request and communication I had. And, for anyone who's gone through a divorce knows - waiting for a response from your attorney, while your losing sleep (and your mind) is painful in its own right. No pain here! Couldn't have been happier with this firm!!Steve M
    Steve Mailloux
    Steve Mailloux
    22:00 04 May 22
    Melissa Parker
    Melissa Parker
    18:43 24 Mar 22
    Meredith and Danielle were great and helped me during a stressful time. Meredith was everything you expect. Assertive but respectful and very knowledgeable. I would highly recommend them, and I would return to them, should I need their assistance again. Thank you both !
    Jose Alvarez
    Jose Alvarez
    20:07 16 Mar 22
    My divorce went so smooth and flawless let alone it was completed so quickly. From the start they answered all my questions and responded back to my emails very quickly. If you are looking for the right and the best Divorce Lawyers I would definitely recommend Right Divorce Lawyers. Thank you for making this such a smooth life transition for me.
    Sandra Butler
    Sandra Butler
    02:20 24 Feb 22
    Meredith and her paralegal Danielle have been helping through my divorce. This case has taken many crazy turns, and both ladies have been there keeping track of every turn with excellence. I feel like I have communicated a ton of information, and they have been able to keep track of and document every detail. Fine job ladies!
    Michael Nuguid
    Michael Nuguid
    21:30 09 Feb 22
    Highly recommend if you need any legal advice or representation concerning child support!
    Jonathan Fulbright
    Jonathan Fulbright
    06:19 05 Feb 22
    Right lawyers are wonderful divorce attorneys that I would highly recommend. They are not only great lawyers but great people in general. My attorney, Brittney, is smart, hard working, caring, and an all around amazing person.
    Rio Schleichardt
    Rio Schleichardt
    22:40 04 Feb 22
    Although this was my first divorce the staff and the attorney was able to make me feel comfortable with the process of the divorce. My experience was positive I used them for a different issue as well. Always pleasant, professional, courteous. You cannot go wrong with the RIGHT Lawyers firm.
    Patrick Stewart
    Patrick Stewart
    02:26 26 Jan 22
    Extremely attentive and responsive. Will use them for all my future divorce needs.
    Brad Libson
    Brad Libson
    03:17 03 Dec 21
    The entire process from start to finish was swift, and effective. The staff was very professional, responsive, and informative.Overall the experience was positive, quick, and very affordable.Highly recommend!L.g.
    Lewis godinez
    Lewis godinez
    00:36 03 Dec 21
    I needed to speak with an attorney quickly. I left a message at 6:30 a.m., and Rock called back before 8:00 a.m. He gave me sound, professional advice, and offered further communication as needed. He didn't try to eat up billable time or gouge me either.
    Patrick Kearney
    Patrick Kearney
    21:05 09 Sep 21
    I first reached out to RIGHT Lawyers to help me with my divorce. Divorce is something you never plan for, but I am glad I trusted one of the toughest moments of my life with one of the most gracious lawyers they have. Mr. Rock Rocheleau was my lawyer. He helped me every step of the way. Once my divorce was finalized I had some hiccups regarding my custody with my kids. That is where RIGHT Lawyers helped me again. Mr. Rock and another custody lawyer, Brittany, took the time to answer all my questions and emails. Never made me feel like a random person. I felt like I asking my wise Uncle and Aunt some life questions. I trusted my life and my kids lives in their hands and I will forever be grateful.
    Jaycee Smith
    Jaycee Smith
    04:45 09 Sep 21
    I couldn’t be happier with this firm! Meredith was a life saver after a three year battle, she was attentive, responded quickly, communicated, and really listened to my needs. She was confident and in return eased any anxiety I had been having. I can’t believe I didn’t hire her from day one. I hope I never have to hire her again but if I do, there is no question that she would be my go to. Thank you Meredith and Right Lawyers for being there during the most difficult time in my life. I highly recommend
    Lisa Vaughan
    Lisa Vaughan
    21:08 07 Sep 21
    To sum it up, Brittney saved my whole world. She’s amazing and she never missed a beat. She has always been very honest with me about everything and never sugar coated anything. She worked so hard for my son and I, and I always felt that she was 100% in my corner. It was a long road, and while I was unsure what the outcome would be, I was confident in her and I knew she did absolutely everything she could for me. Amber was also amazing. Amber would take my calls and empathize with me when I was upset, worried or just needed to vent. In the end, we got the outcome that we needed, and I will always be forever grateful for all of their hard work. Though I’m glad this part of my journey is over, I’m honestly sad I won’t get to have such frequent contact with them anymore! They were there with me through the biggest fight of my life, and they’ll always feel like family to me.
    Dawn Gau
    Dawn Gau
    23:59 03 Sep 21
    Eva McAdams
    Eva McAdams
    18:21 02 Sep 21
    Very professional and made sure that my personal case was tailored to my individual circumstance.
    VICKIE HORODESKY
    VICKIE HORODESKY
    02:22 03 Aug 21
    Highly recommended and a superior value for anyone who does not need hand-holding every step of the process. Danielle was extremely timely, attentive, and most importantly patient.
    anthony Natale
    anthony Natale
    17:06 11 May 21
    My experience with Andy was beyond words. He's very knowledgeable and a down to earth person. The process I had with him was smooth. He always kept me in the loop and consulted with what "the next moce" should be. He listened and was very responsive. If a similar situation arises again, I wouldn't hesitate taking on Andy as my counsel.
    Craig Hamlet
    Craig Hamlet
    21:22 19 Apr 21
    Alpha G
    Alpha G
    03:18 14 Feb 21
    Brittney & Amber are so awesome thanks to these super awesome lady’s my life is back to normal. They always picked up my calls when I needed to communicate with them or seek professional advice they always reached out to me throughout the whole process was professional & neat at all times. Brittney revived a dead case! With the same judge that I appeared to prior with a complete different lawyer from another law firm which I ending up firing lost a lot of money. Brittney took the same evidence & my case with with less then 25 days to appear in front of the same judge Brittney changed the whole dynamic of the case without even breaking a sweat!Best legal advice I can give to anyone reading this post.1. You get what you pay for.2. Never lie to your lawyer be honest.3. Go with a attorney that is reputable & well respected by judges believe me judges lean on this because they know the Right Lawyers & there staff are not a joke. Trust me I fired my first attorney for malpractice & lost a lot of money from a complete different law firm.4. Understand if you don’t communicate effectively or ask they don’t tell I did a lot of research & homework asked questions to my attorneys in advance for what if kind of situation scenarios just incase. Just like Brittney told me we are a team you need to be as dedicated as I am. You as a client need to understand your attorney only knows as much as you give them the more evidence you provide with the narrative to correspond with that & accurate dates helps these ladies do there job.5. Brittney & Amber never were annoyed or stressed when I called & I called a lot for information seeking legal advice or to report they were very professional & always had a response.6. Best lawyer in town would use again & recommend to anyone who needs one.7. Brittney & Amber & Right Lawyers genuinely love what they do understand it’s a business but it’s rare when you find a business that actually cares about Integrity & is ethical!!!! The proof is in the pudding read their reviews!
    Samuel Echeverria
    Samuel Echeverria
    08:59 22 Jan 21
    I filed for divorce through right lawyers a few years ago. Meredith was professional and to the point. Today I spoke to Helena for clarity due to unforeseen issues. She was extremely helpful, didn't judge, let me speak, and truely eased my mind. Helena you rock! I recommend this place if you believe you get what you pay for.
    MrMgreen66
    MrMgreen66
    02:16 13 Jan 21
    Quick and easy if your divorce is mutual and cordial.
    Randall M Travels
    Randall M Travels
    18:54 19 Nov 20
    My attorney, Mr. Rock Rocheleau is a true professional and made a very stressful situation into a successful experience for me. He is kind, compassionate, expeditious and highly experienced. I thank him from the bottom of my heart and highly recommend him and Right Lawyers.
    Adele Anne
    Adele Anne
    04:06 31 Jul 20
    After I had interviewed three different lawyers, I decided to hire Mrs.Brittney Salvatore, because of her clear and direct approach. I worked with many lawyers in the past but I would confidently admit that she is the best Attorney that I worked for so far.Her team and office has great communications.Her paralegal Mrs.Amber e-mailing me every steps of their actions.The best parts is actually when you call the office you speak with Mrs.Salvatore and her team about the case without any hassle.Excellent work great representations.I am so lucky to hired you as My lawyer.Great job,Well done.
    Eli
    Eli
    15:08 26 Apr 20
    Right lawyers were suggested to me for my divorce by my family lawyer and especially Rock Rochelle. I met with Rock told him my situation he was a very good listener told me he could help me quoted me a price and then I agreed to have him represent me. During that time he kept me informed weekly I did go to his office a few times to sign papers he has an excellent staff they were very helpful when I called in and I had questions I highly recommend Reith Lawyer‘s.Ken Schramm
    Ken Schramm
    Ken Schramm
    17:53 26 Mar 20
    Rock, Stacy, and the team and Rocheleau Law Group RIGHT Lawyers are just amazing! They go the extra mile to serve clients and are a trusted resource in our community, providing exceptional service and results!
    Shane Jasmine Young
    Shane Jasmine Young
    17:45 17 Mar 20
    Rock and the folks in the office did a great job for me, returned calls and emails and helped me through a confusing situation. Would call them again anytime for legal help again!
    Greg Crader
    Greg Crader
    21:49 13 Mar 20
    Timely
    Lesli Packhorse
    Lesli Packhorse
    03:27 13 Mar 20
    I recently went through a divorce after 30 years of marriage. Right Lawyers, specifically Meredith Weiner, Esq., and Paralegal Adriana Rodriguez, were professional and very supportive throughout the entire process. I can't thank them enough for all they did during this difficult time.
    Sandi Miller
    Sandi Miller
    03:55 05 Feb 20
    The service provided is exceptional. They are very knowledgable and patient. I did not feel any pressure dealing with them on a day-to-day. The entire process of my divorce was completely smooth and stress-free.The flexibility of the staff and the accommodation provided is definitely worth a 10 rating!
    Wayne Susuico
    Wayne Susuico
    01:52 31 Jan 20
    My daughter is a client of Brittany and the process of filing for a divorce went smoothly. Her response to my daughter was very good. I can not express how difficult it is to go through such an emotional ordeal and Brittany made it so much easier. She explained the process and went through the paperwork in detail to make it much more comforting. Would definitely recommend using this firm to make the transition easier.
    Ginger Tuholski
    Ginger Tuholski
    17:46 08 Dec 19
    Casey D Gish
    Casey D Gish
    18:55 16 Oct 19
    Jeffrey Campbell
    Jeffrey Campbell
    21:37 29 Sep 19
    I was very pleased with the level of professionalism and understanding that this firm took with my divorce case. I wasn’t rushed into making a final decision into when to finalize my divorce, instead the staff genuinely cared about giving me enough time to make my decision. I felt as though they really cared about me as a person and not as a client. I just wanted to share this with everybody looking for the right lawyers!
    Milka Ninkovic
    Milka Ninkovic
    00:57 28 Aug 19
    Natalija Ninkovic
    Natalija Ninkovic
    00:48 28 Aug 19
    If you want a attorney who cares about you as person then Right Lawyers are the one’s. They are top notch in their field. Their knowledge of the law is amazing. Their personal touch is even more amazing. If you need an attorney call Right Lawyers for the best in Las Vegas.
    Lee Josselyn
    Lee Josselyn
    17:21 14 Aug 19
    I was going through a rough divorce trying to do it on my own. After about a year or so of battling on my own I decided to get a lawyer. My boss at the time referred me to Right Lawyers and I had the pleasure of meeting with Brittany, she was wonderful and straight forward. She tells like it is and doesn't sugar coat. She helped me fight to finish my divorce and walk away with results I was happy with. I highly recommend them to everyone that asks me who I use. If I ever need a divorce or custody lawyer in the future ill definitely be choosing this firm again.
    Dalana O'Brien
    Dalana O'Brien
    08:02 14 Aug 19
    The whole team was very informative, helpful, and dedicated to achieving the same goal as me. The paralegals, attorney's, and other assistants made me feel comfortable the entire process. Worth every penny!
    Lancaster Family
    Lancaster Family
    16:25 07 Aug 19
    If you need a divorce Right Lawyers are without a doubt The Best Lawyers in Las Vegas.
    Karen Ely
    Karen Ely
    19:42 14 Mar 19
    Great experience with this firm. Everyone on staff was professional and very good at their job. Would recommend them to anyone going through a divorce or custody dispute.
    Todd Roberts
    Todd Roberts
    19:50 11 Mar 19
    We are satisfied with the service. And will gladly recommend right lawyer 2 friends, family and co-workers. They took the time to inform us and update us as the case go along.
    Dahlia king
    Dahlia king
    18:50 04 Mar 19
    Rock Rocheleau God Bless you in the name of Jesus Christ. The information you provided lifted a weight off my shoulders. I can’t thank you enough!
    Brian Houston
    Brian Houston
    23:03 09 Jan 19
    What a group of great professionals. I contacted them for a consultation and was greeted by Mrs. Christina, who was kind enough to provide me all the relevant information and answer a few questions for me. When I need an attorney in Las Vegas, this is the company I will be retaining.
    DE DE
    DE DE
    00:00 14 Nov 18
    Love RIGHT LAWYERS!! I have had the pleasure of working with laura, and she was great.Right lawyers have changed, I wouldnt recommend them to my Worse enemy.Nothing got done for 5,000+
    Jacky Holmes
    Jacky Holmes
    02:12 04 Oct 18
    Jenn Jenn B
    Jenn Jenn B
    21:56 25 Sep 18
    They have been great about answering all of my questions that have come up along the way. Extremely helpful!
    Ryan Johnston
    Ryan Johnston
    21:52 14 Sep 18
    Amazing and very honest people, they really look out for your best interest!
    Ernesto Flores
    Ernesto Flores
    10:42 09 Aug 18
    Hiring Right Lawyers to help with my divorce was without a doubt a great decision . My attorney Sonya Toma and the staff who worked on my case were very knowledgeable and extremely helpful. From the initial consultation alone I left feeling like a weight had been lifted off my shoulders. They made this terrible divorce process go as smoothly and stress free as possible. I would highly recommend them to anyone going through the same thing.
    Jimmy Benites
    Jimmy Benites
    23:25 08 Jun 18
    Jeffrey Yucha
    Jeffrey Yucha
    20:51 29 May 18
    I had the best experience with Right Lawyers. Great representation and very informative. They answered every question I had and kept me in the loop every step of the way. If you're look for a divorce lawyer then Right Lawyers are the one for you.
    Mathew Gervais
    Mathew Gervais
    02:01 09 Mar 18
    I was referred to Right Lawyers by another firm in town when I told them I need to obtain guardianship on my 3-yr granddaughter. Everything was done timely, they affected the outcome we desperately needed, and they did it without bogus billing hours or wasted filings. Laura and "Rock" were great!
    Mark Bierhaalder
    Mark Bierhaalder
    00:06 09 Mar 18
    RIGHT lawyers was definitely the right choice! Sonya Toma and her team definitely made me feel like a priority in such a complicated situation in my life. They were always available whenever I needed to talk to them about any questions/concerns or updates about my case. Sonya and Rock would respond to my emails and calls right away at NO ADDITIONAL CHARGE, even late in the evening after normal business hours. They had the patience, courteousness, and compassion to take care of my needs during such a difficult and emotional time in my life. I am grateful for their guidance and assistance throughout the divorce process, especially for settling my case within a few months. I would recommend Sonya and the Right lawyers any day!
    Grace M
    Grace M
    07:21 01 Mar 18
    Rock Rocheleau thank you for your help.
    Omri g
    Omri g
    23:35 22 Jan 18
    Gary Thompson gives great advice
    Lance Kallfelz
    Lance Kallfelz
    03:56 17 Dec 17
    The legal team at Right Lawyers allowed me to get through my divorce as seamlessly as possible. They were understanding, patient and listened, all the while keeping my best interests in mind. It was one of those more challenging events to come up in my life but they gave me the support and guidance to get through so that I could move on. Highly recommend.
    Stacey Wooden
    Stacey Wooden
    03:45 13 Oct 17
    I would like to take the time to highly recommend the services of Philip Spradling and RIGHT Lawyers. I hired Philip back in November when my ex-wife served me with divorce papers. There is no doubt that this was by far the scariest time of my entire life and I was very anxious at first due to how aggressive my ex and her lawyer were; they wanted to essentially take my daughter away from me (even though my ex repeatedly placed her friends and new boyfriend ahead of her family) and try to demand an insane amount of alimony and child support. My ex had no interest in trying to settle or work this out amicably. They came out in full attack mode and came out swinging.Luckily, Philip and RIGHT Lawyers came to the rescue. From the moment I called them for the first time I was treated with nothing but care and respect. I spoke with Rock and he took a very large chunk of his day to talk to me and convinced me to speak with Philip about my upcoming litigation. Philip took the time to listen to everything I had to say and was very upfront about the cost of the litigation and how we were going to respond to my ex-wife’s aggressive complaint. Philip countered with a counter-claim and I was blown away by how well-worded it was. After a month, we filed a motion for temporary orders and I was deeply impressed with how structured and effective his work was. Their opposition to our motion was a complete joke and they wound up settling right before the hearing, ending the divorce and the darkest period of my life. I credit this solely to Philip, Adriana (the wonderful paralegal at RIGHT Lawyers) and the rest of their team including Karen, Rock, Laura and everyone whose name I did not mention.I want to commend Philip for his incredible patience with me and always being willing to take my calls or answer my emails no matter what silly question I had or what drama I was dealing with. I LOVE the fixed cost system RIGHT Lawyers uses because you can feel free to communicate if there is an issue and once you pay them for the work, they will get it done for you and they will do a good job. All in all I wound up paying $10,500 to fend off my ex wife and her lawyer from their aggressive complaint and this was the result of the hard work Philip, Adriana and the rest of their team put in. Today, my daughter spends most of her days with me while my ex-wife is still trying to pay off her attorney’s fees and fight through bankruptcy.If I ever need legal counsel again, Philip is the first person I would call. His calm demeanor put me at ease and I would recommend his services any day of the week. We came out of that dispute victorious and with a very favorable result. Philip will always be down to earth and realistic about what to expect but will still keep an open mind and fight for his clients the best he can. I definitely highly recommend his services and the services of RIGHT Lawyers.--Nate V.
    Nate V
    Nate V
    18:21 08 Jun 17
    Right Lawyers and Philip Spradling did an amazing job representing me in my prolonged and emotionally draining divorce and child custody case. If you are looking for an attorney who will represent you to the best of their capabilities and do everything possible to get the best outcome for you in your divorce/child custody case, Philip and Right Lawyers are the ones! Everyone was very helpful. From Clarisa in the front desk, to Adriana, one of their Paralegals, to Rock. Everyone was great. I got exactly the outcome I wanted and the support from a firm who knows what they are doing, was priceless.I strongly recommend them because having the right legal representation sets the right tone in ANY case. In my case, Philip remained very poised and his calm demeanor helped a lot, since I can be a hot head at times. You won't be disappointed, almost guarantee that.
    Elsa Rodriguez
    Elsa Rodriguez
    17:19 01 May 17
    The firm understood the the emotional period i was in,and did all they could to ease my process and move forward in my next chapter.Thank you Rock!!!
    Travis Williams
    Travis Williams
    21:43 28 Apr 17
    Right Lawyers did an amazing job! Super impressed with the level of service I received not only from their office staff but especially from my lawyer. I had the pleasure of working with Carlia Waite. She was empathetic, kind and patient with me and fierce council in the courtroom. She took the time to explain everything in detail, she was never misleading nor did she promise me or encouraged me to do things that weren't right for my case. She was always very punctual and answered all my emails or phone calls with a 72 hour, which blew my mind. The price of divorce is never cheap but they were very reasonable. When you get married you never plan for divorce. It's hard, it's sad and very stressful. Do your research and ask questions, and hopefully you'll end up in the hands of one of the best law firms in the Las Vegas area. Right Lawyers. I can't recommend them enough. Give them a call!
    Veronica M
    Veronica M
    16:55 22 Apr 17
    Thanks RIGHT Lawyers, Excellent lawyers and all the staff are very friendly and professionals. Thank you attorney Philip Spradling for your great effort and dedication in my case. Very happy with the results :) !!! 100% recommendable!!!
    Mayra Garza
    Mayra Garza
    23:35 20 Apr 17
    They are very responsive, sensitive, and professional!!
    Sandy Blake
    Sandy Blake
    14:50 19 Apr 17
    I have used RIGHT Lawyers over the past few years and they have gone beyond my expectations. I would highly recommend Stacy And Rock Rocheleau to anyone seeking divorce and custody issue. I couldn't thank them enough.
    Jen Cox
    Jen Cox
    03:14 18 Apr 17
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    Summary Divorce Process

    Not every divorce needs to be stressful.  One way to reduce the stress of divorce is to file for a Simple Divorce.  Called a Summary Dissolution of Divorce in San Diego. Provided you meet the requirements described below, this can be your easiest way to file a divorce.  You can use a divorce attorney or not for this type of divorce.

    Here is a list of the requirements you must meet to be eligible to file for a summary divorce in San Diego;

    • Marriage (from the date of marriage to the date of separation) does not exceed 5 years;
    • No children born or adopted by the couple and not currently pregnant;
    • No shared ownership of land or buildings;
    • No shared rental of any land or buildings (except for the current place of living, but must not have a 1-year lease or option to buy);
    • Property acquired during marriage does not exceed $47,000;
    • Debt acquired during marriage does not exceed $6,000;
    • Separate property of neither spouse exceeds $47,000;
    • Neither spouse seeks (or will ever seek) spousal support;
    • Spouses signed an agreement that divides the couple’s property and debts; and
    • At least one of the spouses has been a resident of California for the last 6 months and of the county where a summary divorce is filed for the last 3 months.

    Once you verify that you meet all of the requirements above, you will then need to prepare the paperwork, and file it with the appropriate court. You must always check if the court requires any local forms.  This is where hiring a divorce attorney is helpful.  For example, the Superior Court of San Diego County requires filing a Family Law Certificate of Assignment, which verifies you are filing your divorce in the correct courthouse.

    Aside from local forms, the documents you need to prepare include:

    You will also have to fill out and exchange with your soon-to-be-ex-spouse financial disclosure documents, which include: Income and Expenses Declaration and either;

    OR 

    Additionally, you will have to exchange your tax returns for the past 2 years and a statement describing business opportunities, if any, that came up during your marriage but were realized only after the separation date.

    Make at least two copies of all forms and documents since the originals will be filed with the court. Bring those copies with you to court and give them to the court clerk. The clerk will file the originals and will stamp “Filed” on the copies and return them to you. There is also a filing fee that you will have to pay.

    There are no court hearings for a summary dissolution in California. Once all the forms and papers are filed and the fees are paid, the court will either give you the Judgment of Dissolution that same day or mail the judgment to you at a later date. Either way, it will have a date six months after you first filed for summary dissolution, which will be your divorce date.

    Even though it may seem like a daunting amount of work to prepare and file the required forms, this is the shortest route to Summary Divorce.  The amount of time and money you save with Summary Divorce is well worth the work. Hiring a divorce attorney to oversee your case is not required, although it may be in your best interest if you are not comfortable with legal paperwork.

     

    Uncontested Divorce Process

    If your case is not eligible for a Summary Dissolution of Divorce (for example, you have been married for longer than 5 years or have mutual children), you still have a chance to speed up the divorce process by filing for an “uncontested divorce.” In most cases, uncontested divorces take an average of 6 months to be finalized and potentially save thousands of dollars.

    A divorce procedure qualifies as “uncontested” if:

    • Your spouse has replied to the summons;
    • You have a written agreement (also called “stipulated judgment”) describing how your mutual property and debt will be divided, includes child custody visitation schedule, and lays out support issues.

    A couple of important issues to keep in mind regarding the stipulated judgment is that it has to be notarized, and if either spouse receives public assistance and the local child support agency is involved, the child support agency will have to sign off on the agreement.

    Additionally, because this agreement is structuring a relationship between you and your future ex-spouse for possibly years to come, it is essential that you understand every clause it contains. Moreover, for some issues, like child support, it has to meet certain legal requirements. Taking your time to thoroughly research and prepare this agreement or hiring a divorce attorney  is highly recommended.

    Similar to the requirements for a summary dissolution, at least one of the spouses must have been a resident of California for the last 6 months and of the county where you applied for the last 3 months.

    To start the process, the filing spouse (the “petitioner”) must file with the court Divorce Petition, Summons and pay the filing fee (or apply for a fee waiver as described above). California is a no-fault state and do not consider what forced the divorce. Thus, stating reason as “irreconcilable differences” is sufficient.

    To formally notify your spouse of the proceedings you must “serve” your future ex-spouse. The service of process must be done properly by a third party. Please note that different rules may apply for serving spouses who are hard to locate, active military members, or in jail. Once served, a Proof of Service of Summons filled out by your server needs to be filed with the court.

    If your spouse fails to respond within 30 days, the case will proceed as “a default with agreement” case. If your spouse responds without objecting, the case will proceed as “a standard uncontested case”. Either way, the next step is to fill out and file with the court the Final Forms.

    The Final Forms is a set of forms that includes:

    Additionally, if applicable, there are several more forms that must be prepared if you are asking for court orders regarding child custody, child support, and/or spousal support.

    Once the paperwork is completed, the case will be reviewed by a judge. If all papers are in order, the judge will issue a Divorce Decree and the terms of the stipulated agreement will be a part of that Divorce Decree. At least 6 months must lapse from the date your ex-spouse was served with the summons before your divorce case can be finalized.

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