1. Make sure you really want to do it?!
2. Try to buy a book: How to Do Your Own Divorce in California
A Complete Kit for the Out-of-Court Divorce
28th Edition
by Ed Sherman, California Attorney
A guide for Petitioners and Respondents
Explains the decisions you must make
Explains the rules that apply to your case
Provides practical advice and guidance
How to do a marital settlement agreement
Includes the forms you will need
Step-by-step instructions all the way to Judgment
Free help with local forms