When the spouses agree directly or through their lawyers on all the elements affected by their divorce, it is possible to divorce by mutual consent.
Family mediation can help spouses reach a mutually satisfactory agreement. It should be noted that family mediation is not possible in situations of domestic violence.
If agreement is reached, a divorce agreement can be drawn up, signed by the parties and their lawyers, and filed with a notary.
If the parties are unable to reach agreement on all or some of the issues affected by the divorce, it is necessary to refer the matter to the family judge.
The firm assists you in these proceedings. Our dual expertise in French and Californian law enables us to advise our clients, particularly in the France-California context.
French divorce agreements are not recognized in all countries of the world. When the situation of the parties presents a foreign element (for example, a marriage abroad between binationals), it is advisable to obtain a divorce decree so that it can be registered abroad. To do this, the spouses can submit concordant applications to the family court through their lawyers.
The firm works in collaboration with Diane Morin, a member of the California Bar with offices in Palo Alto.
Divorce agreement
A lawyer mediator meets each party individually, then each party and their lawyers in plenary sessions.
In the absence of an amicable agreement, or on unresolved issues, refer the matter to the family court.