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Legal perspective
Understand the basic court process, the decisions that need to be made, and questions to ask before choosing an approach.
Free · Live online · California-focused
Divorce is hard.Understanding your options shouldn’t be.
Get a clear, neutral introduction to the legal, financial, psychological, and social sides of divorce—before you choose a process.
A community-service workshop presented by Sacramento Collaborative Divorce Group.
Three perspectivesLegal, financial & family
Four common pathsExplained without pressure
Zero sales pitchPublic education first
Leave with a clearer map
Three sides of the process, in one practical session.
Divorce decisions overlap. The workshop brings multiple professional perspectives together so you can see the whole picture—not just one piece of it.
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Financial perspective
See how assets, debts, support, taxes, and post-divorce budgeting can shape informed decisions.
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Mental-health perspective
Explore psychological, emotional, parenting, communication, and family-transition considerations.
No single path fits every family
Understand four common divorce processes.
The workshop explains how each approach generally works, who is involved, and what questions may help you evaluate it.
Do-it-yourself
Do-It-Yourself
You handle filings and agreements yourself, sometimes with limited professional support.
Neutral facilitation
Mediation
A neutral mediator helps both spouses work toward agreements; each may seek independent advice.
Team-based
Collaborative Divorce
Specially trained legal and neutral professionals help you resolve issues outside of court.
Litigation / court-led
Traditional Representation
A judge resolves issues the spouses cannot settle through a formal legal process.
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This workshop will not pressure you toward one path.The right fit depends on your circumstances, safety, complexity, and ability to reach agreements.
What to expect
A calm place to start making sense of what comes next.
You do not need to know the legal vocabulary or have your entire situation figured out. Bring a notebook and the questions already on your mind.
Choose a workshop date- 01Get oriented
Core California divorce concepts and decisions.
- 02Compare processes
DIY, mediation, collaborative divorce, and litigation.
- 03Connect the pieces
Legal, financial, family, and personal considerations.
- 04Clarify your questions
Use what you learned to identify questions you would like answered.
Plain-language resources
Start with the question that is already on your mind.
These neutral California guides can help you get oriented before the workshop. Each one leads back to the same practical next step: choose a date and reserve a free seat.
View the full resource library01First steps
Starting a Divorce in California: First Steps, Paperwork, and Process Options
See the broad legal sequence, common starting paperwork, and the different ways people organize professional support.
Read the guide02Process explained
What Is Collaborative Divorce?
Learn how separate lawyers, a participation agreement, and optional neutral professionals structure the process.
Read the guideUpcoming workshops
Pick the Saturday that works for you.
Every session is online from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM Pacific. Availability is confirmed on Eventbrite.
AUG01
August 1, 2026
9:00 AM–12:00 PM Pacific · OnlineFree
SEP05
September 5, 2026
9:00 AM–12:00 PM Pacific · OnlineFree
OCT03
October 3, 2026
9:00 AM–12:00 PM Pacific · OnlineFree
NOV07
November 7, 2026
9:00 AM–12:00 PM Pacific · OnlineFree
DEC05
December 5, 2026
9:00 AM–12:00 PM Pacific · OnlineFree
Secure registration and workshop access are provided through Eventbrite.
Free 6-page workbook · Downloadable PDF
Before you file anything, get a clearer starting point.
Get the 10-minute California Divorce First-Steps Workbook to organize what needs attention, what information to gather, and what questions to ask before choosing a process.
- See the legal sequence and process options as two maps.
- Use calm checklists for information and urgent concerns.
- Bring three questions you would like answered to your next conversation.
We’ll also send occasional workshop dates and plain-language resources. Unsubscribe whenever you like.
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Common questions
A few things you might like to know first.
Still unsure whether the workshop is right for you? These answers cover the basics.
Is the workshop really free?
Yes. Divorce Options® is offered as a community-service workshop. Registration is required so you can receive the online access details.
Will someone tell me which process I should choose?
No. The workshop explains common options and tradeoffs so you can identify the questions that matter to you. It does not recommend a path for your individual circumstances.
Is this legal or financial advice?
No. The workshop is general education and does not create an attorney-client, financial-professional, or mental-health-professional relationship.
How do I join the online workshop?
Choose a date and register through Eventbrite. Your confirmation and access instructions will be sent through the registration system.
Do I need to be certain about divorce before attending?
No. The workshop is designed for people who are considering separation or divorce as well as those who have begun the process.
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