How to Get a Divorce Without Court in Los Angeles County
I’m Tim Blankenship from Divorce661. If the idea of appearing in court makes you nervous, you don’t have to let it dictate how your divorce moves forward. In Los Angeles County, an amicable, uncontested divorce can be completed entirely without a courtroom appearance. Below I’ll walk you through exactly how that works, the forms and steps involved, and how my team handles everything remotely so you can finalize your divorce on your terms.
Who qualifies for a no-court divorce?
The key is an uncontested divorce. That means you and your spouse agree on every material issue, including:
- Division of community and separate property
- Spousal support (if any)
- Child custody, visitation, and child support (if applicable)
- Any other relevant financial or parental arrangements
If both parties cooperate and there are no outstanding disputes, the court’s role is limited to reviewing and approving the paperwork — there is no requirement for a hearing or in-person appearance when the forms are completed correctly.
Step-by-step: How an uncontested divorce works in L.A. County
- File the initial paperwork: Petition and Summons are filed with the court.
- Service: Your spouse must be properly served with the summons and petition (or they can sign a waiver of service).
- Six-month waiting period begins: This is the statutory minimum in California before a judgment can be entered.
- Exchange financial disclosures: Both parties complete and exchange required financial documents during the waiting period.
- Negotiate and prepare your agreement: Resolve property division, support, and custody issues and document the agreements.
- Submit the final judgment package: When everything is signed and in order, submit the final judgment to the court for approval.
- Finalization: If the paperwork meets legal requirements, the court approves it and the divorce becomes final on the six-month mark.
Important forms and requirements
While many forms exist in a divorce case, the essential items for an uncontested L.A. County divorce include:
- Petition (for dissolution of marriage)
- Summons
- Marital settlement agreement or judgment package (signed by both parties)
- Financial disclosures (Income and Expense Declaration, Schedule of Assets and Debts)
- Proof of service or a signed waiver of service
Completing and exchanging financial disclosures is not optional — California law requires these disclosures even in amicable cases. Proper signatures, dates, and required attachments are essential to avoid delays or rejections by the court.
How remote, e-filing makes it simple
Los Angeles County supports electronic filing. At Divorce661 we specialize in 100% remote, e-filed uncontested divorces. That means:
- All documents are prepared, signed (including e-signatures), and filed electronically.
- No courthouse visits, no scheduled hearings, and no taking time off work.
- Everything can be done from home — meetings, document review, signatures, and filing.
There’s no hearing required as long as the submitted paperwork satisfies the court’s requirements. Once the final judgment package is approved, the court records the judgment and your divorce finalizes automatically at the six-month deadline.
“No courtrooms, no confusion and no stress.”
Real client example
Recently we worked with a client who was terrified of going to court and wanted to avoid hiring attorneys. We handled every part of their uncontested divorce remotely: electronic signatures for all documents, e-filing through L.A. County’s system, and careful review to ensure everything met court requirements. The court approved the judgment without a single appearance, and the divorce finalized right on schedule — at the six-month mark.
Benefits of completing your divorce without court
- Lower cost: Avoiding litigation and multiple court hearings reduces legal fees and administrative costs.
- Faster process: When both parties cooperate, the timeline is limited primarily by California’s mandatory waiting period.
- Less stress: No courtroom anxiety, fewer interruptions to daily life, and a predictable process.
- Privacy and control: You and your spouse control the terms rather than leaving decisions to a judge.
How Divorce661 helps
At Divorce661 we guide you through each step: preparing forms, ensuring accurate financial disclosures, facilitating e-signatures, and e-filing everything with the court. Our goal is to make the process smooth, affordable, and free of surprises. We offer flat-fee pricing, and we start with a free consultation to confirm your case is a good fit for an uncontested, no-court resolution.
Is a no-court divorce right for you?
If you and your spouse can communicate, agree on the major issues, and are willing to exchange required disclosures, an uncontested divorce handled remotely is often the best option. It saves time, money, and stress while giving you control over the outcome.
Next steps
If you want to avoid court in Los Angeles County, schedule a free consultation with us at Divorce661. We’ll evaluate your situation, explain the exact forms and timeline, and, if your case qualifies, handle everything electronically so you can move forward with confidence.
Visit www.divorce661.com to get started.
