Your uncontested San Jose divorce
without attorney prices
Divorce is hard enough — the paperwork shouldn’t make it harder. Rosa prepares every form correctly, at a flat fee, and explains each step.
El divorcio ya es difícil — el papeleo no debería serlo. Rosa prepara cada formulario correctamente, a precio fijo y en español.
Do you need a lawyer to file
for divorce in San Jose?
No — California does not require you to hire an attorney to get divorced. What you need is your paperwork prepared correctly and filed on time. Expert Multi-Services is a registered and bonded Legal Document Assistant (LDA #269); Rosa prepares your divorce documents at your direction — accurately, at a flat fee, in English or Spanish.
No — California no exige contratar un abogado para divorciarse. Lo que necesita es que sus documentos estén bien preparados y presentados a tiempo. Somos un Asistente de Documentos Legales registrado y afianzado (LDA #269); Rosa los prepara según sus indicaciones, a precio fijo, en inglés o español.
What Rosa does
Lo que hace Rosa- Prepares and completes your California divorce forms correctly
- Assists with filing your documents with the court
- Explains each step in plain language, in English or Spanish
- Keeps your paperwork organized and on schedule
What only an attorney does
Lo que solo hace un abogado- Gives you legal advice or chooses your legal strategy
- Represents you or appears for you in court
- Argues contested issues on your behalf
Get it right the first time —
a rejected filing costs you months
When divorce paperwork is incomplete or filled out wrong, the court sends it back — and you start over: more waiting, more trips downtown, more stress. California already requires a six-month minimum waiting period; a refiling only adds to it. Rosa checks every form before it goes in, so your case keeps moving forward instead of backward.
Cuando el papeleo de divorcio está incompleto o mal llenado, la corte lo rechaza — y usted vuelve a empezar: más espera, más viajes a la corte, más estrés. California ya exige un período mínimo de seis meses; volver a presentar solo lo alarga. Rosa revisa cada formulario antes de presentarlo.
Whatever your situation,
Rosa prepares the paperwork
Uncontested & contested divorce
Divorcio de mutuo acuerdo y contenciosoIf you and your spouse agree on the terms, Rosa prepares your uncontested divorce so you can file and move on with your life. If your divorce is contested, she prepares the documents you need — accurately, at your direction.
Si usted y su cónyuge están de acuerdo, Rosa prepara su divorcio de mutuo acuerdo para que pueda presentarlo y seguir adelante. Si es contencioso, prepara los documentos que necesita, según sus indicaciones.
Legal separation
Separación legalNot ready to divorce, or need to stay married for now? If you need to live apart and divide responsibilities, Rosa prepares your legal separation or marital separation agreement so everything is clear and in writing.
¿No está listo para divorciarse o necesita seguir casado por ahora? Si necesita vivir separados y dividir responsabilidades, Rosa prepara su separación legal o acuerdo de separación.
Child custody & support
Custodia y manutención de los hijosIf children are part of your case, Rosa prepares your custody, visitation, and support paperwork so the arrangement is clear, complete, and court-ready — protecting what matters most.
Si hay niños en su caso, Rosa prepara los documentos de custodia, visitas y manutención para que el acuerdo sea claro y esté listo para la corte.
Property & debt division
División de bienes y deudasIf you’ve built a life together, Rosa prepares the documents to divide your property and debts the way you and your spouse have agreed — so your fresh start is on solid footing.
Si construyeron una vida juntos, Rosa prepara los documentos para dividir bienes y deudas según lo que ambos acordaron — para que su nuevo comienzo sea firme.
Real support from the first form
to the final filing
Document preparationPreparación de documentos
Every required California form completed accurately and completely, at your direction.
Court-filing assistanceAyuda con la presentación
Help getting your documents filed with the Santa Clara County court the right way.
Step-by-step guidanceGuía paso a paso
Rosa explains what happens next at every stage — in plain English or Spanish.
Clear timelinesTiempos claros
Honest expectations about the six-month waiting period and what your case needs.
One named person you trust —
not a faceless storefront
Rosa Gafare is a real, registered and bonded Legal Document Assistant (LDA #269) in Santa Clara County — not an attorney, and not an anonymous office. She prepares your documents herself, explains every step, and treats your situation with patience and complete confidentiality, no judgment.
Rosa Gafare es una Asistente de Documentos Legales registrada y afianzada (LDA #269) — no es abogada ni una oficina anónima. Ella misma prepara sus documentos, le explica cada paso y trata su caso con paciencia y total confidencialidad, sin juzgar.
Honest divorce pricing —
a fraction of attorney cost
San Jose attorneys commonly charge $4,500–$5,500 for an uncontested divorce — and far more when it’s contested. Rosa prepares the same court-ready paperwork at honest flat rates that start at:
- Court filing fees are paid separately to the court.Las tarifas de la corte se pagan por separado.
- Prices shown are starting rates and can vary by case complexity.Los precios son tarifas iniciales y pueden variar según la complejidad.
- Low income? You may qualify for a court fee waiver — Rosa can prepare it.¿Bajos ingresos? Puede calificar para una exención de tarifas — Rosa la prepara.
- Initial consultations available by phone or appointment.Consultas iniciales por teléfono o con cita.
- We are not attorneys and do not provide legal advice.No somos abogados y no brindamos asesoría legal.
“I can’t say enough good things about Rosa and the work she did on my divorce. She was professional, compassionate, and incredibly knowledgeable — she explained every step clearly and made sure I felt supported. Highly recommend.”Amy SmithDivorce · San Jose
Honest answers before
you spend a dollar
Do I need a lawyer to file for divorce in California?¿Necesito un abogado para divorciarme en California?
No. California does not require you to hire an attorney to get divorced — many people represent themselves and simply need their paperwork prepared correctly. Rosa, a registered and bonded Legal Document Assistant, prepares your divorce documents at your direction. She cannot give legal advice or represent you in court.
No. California no exige contratar un abogado para divorciarse. Rosa, Asistente de Documentos Legales registrada y afianzada, prepara sus documentos según sus indicaciones. No da asesoría legal ni la representa en la corte.
How much does an uncontested divorce cost in San Jose?¿Cuánto cuesta un divorcio de mutuo acuerdo en San Jose?
San Jose attorneys commonly charge $4,500–$5,500 for an uncontested divorce, and much more if it’s contested. Rosa prepares the same court-ready paperwork for a flat fee starting at $1,200 (no children), plus the court’s filing fees, which are paid separately.
Los abogados en San Jose suelen cobrar $4,500–$5,500 por un divorcio de mutuo acuerdo. Rosa prepara el mismo papeleo por un precio fijo desde $1,200 (sin hijos), más las tarifas de la corte, que se pagan por separado.
How long does a divorce take in California?¿Cuánto tarda un divorcio en California?
California has a mandatory six-month minimum waiting period from the date your spouse is served, so even the simplest divorce cannot finalize sooner. Uncontested divorces commonly take about 6–12 months depending on the court. Getting your paperwork right the first time keeps you from adding more time.
California exige un período mínimo de seis meses desde que se notifica al cónyuge, así que ningún divorcio se finaliza antes. Los de mutuo acuerdo suelen tardar de 6 a 12 meses. Hacer el papeleo bien desde el inicio evita más demoras.
Can I still file if we have children?¿Puedo presentar el divorcio si tenemos hijos?
Yes. When children are involved, your case needs additional custody, visitation, and support forms, which Rosa prepares along with your divorce documents. Pricing for divorces with children and assets starts at $1,700.
Sí. Cuando hay hijos, su caso necesita formularios adicionales de custodia, visitas y manutención, que Rosa prepara junto con su divorcio. El precio con hijos y bienes comienza en $1,700.
What happens if my divorce paperwork is wrong?¿Qué pasa si mi papeleo está mal?
The court rejects incomplete or incorrect filings and sends them back, which means starting over and waiting longer. That’s exactly what Rosa helps you avoid — she reviews every form for accuracy before it’s filed, so your case isn’t delayed by an avoidable mistake.
La corte rechaza los documentos incompletos o incorrectos y los devuelve, lo que significa empezar de nuevo y esperar más. Rosa revisa cada formulario antes de presentarlo para evitar esos errores.
What’s the difference between a Legal Document Assistant and a divorce attorney?¿Cuál es la diferencia entre un Asistente de Documentos Legales y un abogado?
A Legal Document Assistant prepares and files your documents at your direction at a flat fee, but cannot give legal advice or represent you in court. An attorney advises you, chooses strategy, and represents you — at a much higher cost. For an uncontested divorce where you and your spouse agree, an LDA is often all you need.
Un Asistente de Documentos Legales prepara y presenta sus documentos según sus indicaciones, a precio fijo, pero no da asesoría legal ni la representa. Para un divorcio de mutuo acuerdo, suele ser todo lo que necesita.
Can you help with a contested divorce?¿Pueden ayudar con un divorcio contencioso?
Yes — Rosa can prepare the documents a contested divorce requires, at your direction. If your case needs someone to argue it in court or advise you on strategy, that’s when an attorney is the right choice, and Rosa will tell you so honestly.
Sí — Rosa puede preparar los documentos que requiere un divorcio contencioso, según sus indicaciones. Si su caso necesita representación o asesoría en la corte, le diremos con honestidad que un abogado es lo adecuado.
Do you offer divorce help in Spanish?¿Ofrecen ayuda con el divorcio en español?
Yes — se habla español. Rosa is a native Spanish speaker and prepares and explains every divorce document in Spanish. You’re never working through a translator or guessing at a form.
Sí, se habla español. Rosa habla español de forma nativa y prepara y explica cada documento de divorcio en español.
What if I can’t afford the court filing fees?¿Y si no puedo pagar las tarifas de la corte?
If your income is low, you may qualify for a court fee waiver that covers the filing fees. Rosa can prepare the fee-waiver request along with your divorce paperwork so cost is one less barrier.
Si tiene bajos ingresos, puede calificar para una exención que cubre las tarifas de la corte. Rosa puede preparar la solicitud de exención junto con su divorcio.
Tell Rosa your situation todayCuéntele a Rosa su situación hoy
She’ll tell you exactly what your divorce will cost before you commit — no pressure, no judgment. Le dirá exactamente cuánto costará su divorcio antes de comprometerse — sin presión y sin juzgar. Se habla español.