Signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom, the law expands what’s called a joint petition for summary dissolution to more couples who agree on terms in advance and meet certain requirements.

When it comes to divorce and family law, there are countless myths which not only cause confusion but can lead people to make inadvisable decisions. One misconception people have is that divorce always takes years.

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