Carlsbad Uncontested Divorce Attorneys
High-Quality Representation for Couples in North San Diego County
While any divorce can be stressful, filing for an uncontested divorce can save couples time and money in the courtroom. At Burke & Domercq, our uncontested divorce lawyers have a deep understanding of divorce laws to help you navigate the legal complexities of your uncontested divorce in Carlsbad.
From fulfilling state eligibility requirements to completing required forms, our goal is to help you turn the page to a happier future while protecting your rights at every step. With decades of experience and a proven track record of results in North San Diego County, you can trust our AAML-recognized attorneys to give your case the time and personalized attention it deserves.
Filing for an uncontested divorce in Carlsbad? Put decades of experience on your side with Burke & Domercq. Contact us online to request a case evaluation.
What Is an Uncontested Divorce?
An uncontested divorce (“summary dissolution”) is available to spouses who agree on all issues related to the marriage dissolution, including child custody, spousal support (alimony), child support, property division, and other important matters. This type of divorce is only available to couples who have been married for less than five years, do not have children together, and have limited assets.
In contrast, a contested divorce (“standard dissolution”) must be resolved through negotiation or litigation. While uncontested dissolutions are often resolved amicably and quickly, seeking legal counsel from an experienced lawyer is essential to effectively navigating the legal process and protecting your rights throughout the divorce proceedings.
What Are the Benefits of an Uncontested Divorce?
While uncontested divorces include strict eligibility criteria, they also offer a wide range of benefits. Some primary advantages of choosing an uncontested divorce include:
- Less expensive. Uncontested divorces are settled outside of the courtroom, eliminating the need for costly litigation and legal fees.
- Less time-consuming. Summary dissolutions are settled without courtroom intervention, allowing couples to spend less time in the courthouse.
- More control. Uncontested dissolutions allow couples and families to reach a mutual agreement on their own, offering more control over the final outcome.
- Less stressful. Compared to standard dissolutions, summary dissolutions offer more dignity and privacy. This can be especially beneficial for couples wishing to minimize emotional stress on young children.
Am I Eligible for an Uncontested Divorce in California?
Couples must fulfill certain requirements to file for an uncontested divorce, including:
One or both spouses meet the necessary residency requirements.
One or both spouses must have lived in California for a minimum of six months and in San Diego County for at least three months (Cal. Fam. Code § 2320).
Both spouses agree on all aspects of their divorce.
This includes complex matters like property division, child support, child custody, and other divorce-related issues.
Both spouses are willing and able to sign all necessary documents.
This includes the petition, response, marital settlement agreement, and other relevant documentation.
Our Testimonials
Serving clients in Encinitas, Rancho Santa Fe, Oceanside and Vista and throughout North County San Diego.
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"Pierre is, without a doubt, the only attorney in Southern California I trust with any family law matter."Pierre and his staff, are without a doubt, the most effective and experienced law firm around. Pierre is known for attaining the clients desired results, and then some.- Ryan H.
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"Pierre Domercq is an outstanding communicator."I mostly just wanted an outside 3rd party like Pierre to assure me that I was on the right track and he gave me that assurance. Thank you Pierre.- Paul H.
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"They handled my case with a high degree of honest professionalism and attention to detail with as good of a result as could be expected in my case."Pierre has thorough knowledge of the law and he championed my case with determination and wisdom. He and his team treated me with kindness and saw me through one of the most difficult times in my life.- Lisa G.
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"I highly recommend Pierre Domercq. He has helped me twice with legal guidance. He is extremely personable, intelligent and dedicated to his clients."He has twice been able to steer me in a direction to avoid litigation. Not often you find and attorney with such ethics. Hopefully we never need his assistance again but if ever do, I know exactly where I would go.- Juan V.
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"I have been a client for 5 years and have full trust in the advice that Pierre provides me and he has never steered me wrong."Pierre is intelligent, quick, and always one step ahead! His staff are dedicated to the cases they are working on and always make me feel like I am a priority.- Melissa
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"Pierre and his team are impeccably professional. He helped increase the time with my kids and am forever grateful."His guidance is sound on all levels and although at times I did not like to hear the message, he was correct and based in logic and reality in difficult situations. He had phenomenal rapport with the family court system judges.- Jeremy R.
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"(Rebecca) was there to answer and assured me of the process."Pierre is a wonderful attorney and has an amazing staff that supports him! He helped me in my divorce and got me more than I could have asked for. He made sure I wasn’t taken advantage of and made me feel so comfortable through out the process.- J. B.
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"His skill as an attorney was impressive. Highly recommend."Pierre Domercq is an exceptional and skilled attorney. He provided sound counsel in my matter, and helped me to achieve my goals and a positive outcome.- Anjai P.
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