Yes, California is a community property state. This means most assets and debts acquired during marriage are considered jointly owned and typically divided 50/50 in divorce.

To file for divorce in California, at least one spouse must have lived in the state for 6 months and in the filing county for 3 months.

You can find qualified divorce lawyers in California by using DivorceLawyer.com's directory. Search by city or browse our listings to find attorneys who specialize in divorce and family law in your area.

Divorce costs in California vary widely based on complexity. Uncontested divorces may cost $500-$5,000, while contested divorces with custody disputes can exceed $15,000-$50,000 or more.