How to File an Online Divorce in San Bernardino County
Hi, I’m Tim Blankenship with Divorce661. If you’re looking to file for divorce in San Bernardino County without ever stepping foot in a courthouse, you can complete the entire process online using the county’s eFile system. Below I’ll walk you through how it works, what paperwork is required, and how my team at Divorce661 handles everything so you can move forward quickly and with less stress.
Why you can file online in San Bernardino County
San Bernardino County accepts electronic filing for family law cases, which means the initial filing and subsequent documents can be submitted through the court’s eFile portal. That eliminates the need for printing, in-person filing, and many courthouse visits—especially helpful for couples who live in different cities or have conflicting schedules.
“No printing, no courthouse visits, and no confusion.”
Overview: The online divorce process (step-by-step)
Here’s the typical sequence for a fully remote divorce in San Bernardino County. I handle each step for clients who choose my flat-fee, remote service.
- Prepare and file the initial paperworkWe complete the Petition for Dissolution, the Summons, and the UCCJEA (if you have children). Once prepared, we submit these documents through the county’s eFile system and obtain your case number—entirely electronic.
- Service of processAfter the case is filed, your spouse must be served. If your spouse is cooperative, we can use service by mail with a Notice of Acknowledgement and Receipt, which avoids personal service and simplifies the process.
- Exchange financial disclosuresCalifornia requires financial disclosures in every divorce. Both parties exchange income and asset information so settlement negotiations and final orders are based on complete financial facts.
- Negotiate and prepare a Marital Settlement AgreementOnce disclosures are exchanged, we prepare the Marital Settlement Agreement outlining division of assets, debts, support, custody/visitation if applicable, and any other terms.
- Submit judgment paperwork electronicallyWhen both parties sign the agreement, we prepare and file the judgment paperwork through eFile and monitor the case as the court processes and approves the judgment.
- Final approval—no court appearance requiredFor uncontested, properly documented cases, the court can approve the judgment without either party appearing in person. We track the approval and notify you when the divorce is final.
Real client example
We recently helped a San Bernardino couple who lived in two different cities and couldn’t coordinate schedules. We completed the entire divorce online, submitted all documents through eFile, and had it approved in just a few weeks. They never had to step foot in court.
Common questions and quick tips
- Do I have to appear in court? Not for many uncontested cases—if paperwork is complete and both parties cooperate, the court can approve the judgment without appearances.
- What if my spouse won’t cooperate? If your spouse refuses to sign the acknowledgement or settlement, additional steps may be required (personal service, default procedures, or contested hearings). Cooperation speeds the process significantly.
- Are financial disclosures always required? Yes. California requires disclosure of assets, debts, income, and expenses in every divorce, even uncontested ones.
- Why use a service like Divorce661? We handle preparation, eFiling, service options, disclosures, settlement agreements, and judgment paperwork for a flat fee—fully remote and court-approved results.
Next steps
If you’re ready for a fully remote, professionally handled divorce in San Bernardino County, visit Divorce661.com to schedule your free consultation. We’ll take care of the paperwork, the filings, and everything in between so you can focus on moving forward.
Contact details
- Website: Divorce661.com
- Free consultation: Schedule through the website
