A Summary Dissolution, also known as the “Express Divorce” is the most cost-effective way to get divorced as long as you and your spouse meet the below requirements. Unlike the typical divorce process, which tends to be more complicated and could cost you thousands of dollars, the “Express Divorce” requires less paperwork and there is only a one-time filing fee with the Court. The traditional divorce process requires two initial filing fees.
In the time of the coronavirus, being quarantined with an abusive partner poses greater risks. Fortunately, the San Diego Superior Court (including Vista Courthouse) remains open for Domestic Violence cases. If you or anyone you know needs a restraining order, call our office at (760)500-5355 to inquire more information. Victims ordinarily wait to be by themselves before they seek help. They wait for their abuser to go to work. They secretly reach out to friends. They look for openings when they don’t have child-care obligations. All those options are closing down. Where do I get help? People who are surviving violence in their relationships and families may be experiencing increased isolation and danger caused by social distancing measures during the Coronavirus pandemic. Survivors often have specific needs around safety, health and confidentiality. We also realize that people who are already more vulnerable to economic and health insecurity are facing additional challenges during this unprecedented time. At My Legal Assistant, we have compiled resources and tools for the domestic violence and will make arrangements to meet in virtually or in person to assist you with a Restraining Order and have it ready the same day if you need one.
What if I can no longer afford to pay child support or spousal support? If your ability and opportunity to earn has been affected by the COVID-19, without a doubt, it will have an impact on the amount of support you pay or receive. If this is your case, we can run a support calculation to come up with the new child and spousal support amount. Once both parties are on the same page, we can draft a temporary agreement for the new support amount and we can make it effective immediately; this way you don’t have to wait months to see a judge to change your existing court orders. Please note, that at the moment, the Vista Courthouse is currently closed for non-emergency matters, but it should not be a problem if you both sign the agreement with the new terms.