How Long Does a Divorce Take in California? (The 6-Month Rule Explained)
It’s the first question everyone asks: how fast can I be divorced in California? The honest answer has two parts — a hard legal minimum of 6 months, and a realistic timeline that depends entirely on how much you and your spouse agree on. Here’s exactly how the timeline works, straight from the official rules. For every other stage of the process, see How to File for Divorce in California or The Complete California Divorce Roadmap. ...