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STATE OF CALIFORNIA
REGULAR DISSOLUTION PACKAGE

NO CHILDREN

With or Without Property

Control Number CA-008-D

Prepared by U.S. Legal Forms, Inc.
Copyright 2016 - U.S. Legal Forms, Inc.

This packet contains the following:

  1. Information about Divorce
  2. Form List
  3. Form Explanations
  4. Instructions and Steps
  5. Checklist
  6. Access to Law Summary

You and your spouse must agree to all terms of the divorce to use this packet.

All forms to be filed with the court must be printed on bond paper.

INFORMATION ABOUT DIVORCE - AGREEMENT & RESIDENCY CONFIRMATION

WHO CAN USE THESE FORMS: Please confirm the following facts are true:

You and your spouse have irreconcilable differences;

There are no children born to the parties.

You and your spouse agree on all terms of the divorce.

You or your spouse has lived in California for 6 months and in the county of filing for ninety (90) days before filing the divorce.

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS: Please confirm you meet the residency requirements:

At least one party has been a resident of California for at least six months prior to filing.

At least one party has been a resident of the county of filing for at least three months prior to filing.

GROUNDS FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE:

Dissolution is based upon irreconcilable differences.

MARITAL SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT SUMMARY

ALIMONY/SUPPORT:

Alimony is waived by both parties.

If alimony is not waived, please summarize the agreed-upon terms:

DISTRIBUTION OF PROPERTY: Please summarize the agreed-upon distribution of community and separate property and debts.

Community Property Distribution:

Separate Property Confirmation:

Debt Distribution:

NAME CHANGE:

A party requests restoration to their former or birth name.

If requested, please provide the name to be restored:

CHECKLIST OF COMPLETED STEPS

Petition (CA-FL-100) completed. If there is not enough room on Petition (CA-FL-100) to include all of the parties' assets and debts, Property Declaration (CA-FL-160) also completed.

Petition (CA-FL-100), and if necessary, Property Declaration (CA-FL-160) filed with Clerk of Court. Filing Fee Paid. A Civil Cover sheet may be required and may be obtained from the Clerk of Court.

Copy of Petition (CA-FL-100), two copies of Notice and Acknowledgment of Receipt (CA-FL-117,) and stamped envelope addressed to you mailed to your spouse.

Your spouse completes Notice and Acknowledgment of Receipt (CA-FL-117) and returns form to you in provided envelope. Notice and Acknowledgment (CA-982(A) (4)) filed with Court.

If Notice and Acknowledgment of Receipt (CA-FL-117) is not returned to you by your spouse, service of Summons (CA-FL-110) and copy of Petition (CA-FL-100) made upon your spouse

Declaration of Disclosure (CA-FL-140), Income and Expense Declaration (CA-FL-150) and Schedule of Assets and Debts (CA-FL-142) completed and copies of all three forms mailed to spouse. These forms are not filed with the Court.

Declaration Regarding Service of Declaration of Disclosure (CA-FL-141) completed and filed with the Court.

Marital Settlement Agreement (CA-DO-2A) completed by the parties and attached to completed Judgment (CA-FL-180).

Request to Enter Default (CA-FL-165) completed and stamped envelope addressed to your spouse attached.

Declaration for Default or Uncontested Dissolution or Legal Separation (CA-FL-170) form completed.

Notice of Entry of Judgment (CA-FL-190) completed.

Marital Settlement Agreement (CA-DO-2A), Judgment (CA-FL-180), Request to Enter Default (CA-FL-165) (with stamped addressed envelope), Declaration for Default or Uncontested Dissolution or Legal Separation (CA-FL-170), Notice of Entry of Judgment (CA-FL-190) filed with Clerk of Court.

Documents reviewed by Court and approved.

Copy of signed and dated Judgment (CA-FL-180) mailed to spouse.

No Divorce may be final until six months have elapsed between the date the Petition is filed and the date the Judgment is signed and filed with the Clerk.

SIGNATURES

Petitioner's Signature:

Printed Name:

Date:

Respondent's Signature:

Printed Name:

Date:

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What the Regular Dissolution Package Is

A Regular Dissolution Package is the set of completed forms, authorizations, and supporting documents required to formally end a business entity’s existence under state law. The package typically includes a certificate or articles of dissolution, declarations by authorized officers or managers, tax clearance or final tax filings where required, proof of notice to creditors, and any state-specific affidavits. Preparing a complete package reduces processing delays, limits exposure to post-dissolution claims, and provides a clear audit trail of actions taken to wind up affairs and terminate registrations.

Why a Complete Regular Dissolution Package Matters

A complete package confirms that statutory winding-up steps were followed, protects officers and members from continuing liabilities, and creates a clear record for the state filing authority. Where electronic signatures are used, ESIGN (15 U.S.C. ch. 96) and UETA support legal enforceability for most filings, subject to statutory exceptions.

Why a Complete Regular Dissolution Package Matters

Who Typically Prepares or Signs This Package

Outside counsel, accountants, or corporate services providers commonly review or file the package to ensure state and tax obligations are satisfied.

  • Corporate officers and board secretaries responsible for executing dissolution resolutions and filing state forms.
  • LLC managers or majority members who approve member-consent dissolutions and sign the articles of dissolution.
  • Registered agents and corporate paralegals who assemble filings, supporting attachments, and serve notices to creditors.

Core Elements of a Professional Regular Dissolution Package

A thorough package organizes statutory forms, governance approvals, tax clearances, creditor notices, and closing schedules so reviewers and regulators can confirm compliance at a glance.

Dissolution Form

State-prescribed articles or certificate of dissolution completed per the Secretary of State’s form instructions, signed by an authorized official.

Board/Member Action

Certified minutes or written consents showing approval of dissolution, including dates, voting results, and officer signatures.

Tax Filings

Final federal and state tax returns, election forms where required, and evidence of tax clearance or proof of filing when applicable.

Creditor Notice

Copies of notices provided to known creditors and a record of publication or service if state law requires notice to unknown claimants.

Asset Disposition

Schedules showing distribution or sale of assets, payoff of liens, and resolution of outstanding contracts and leases.

Supporting Affidavits

Notarized affidavits, indemnities, or statutory statements required by the filing jurisdiction to certify facts or waivers.

Required Information and Key Fields

Entity Name: Exact legal name
Entity ID: State registration number
Effective Date: MM/DD/YYYY
Authorizing Party: Name and title
Mailing Address: Street, city, state, ZIP
Signature Block: Typed or e-signed

Step-by-Step: Completing the Regular Dissolution Package

Follow these steps in order to assemble and file a compliant package with the state and to document wind-up actions for creditors and tax authorities.

  • 01
    Confirm Authority: Verify corporate or LLC governing documents for approval thresholds.
  • 02
    Prepare Forms: Complete the state articles or certificate of dissolution form accurately.
  • 03
    Gather Evidence: Attach minutes, consents, tax filings, and creditor notices.
  • 04
    File and Retain: Submit to the Secretary of State and keep certified copies for records.

How to Configure an Online Completion Workflow

Set up fields, signer sequence, and authentication before sending so reviewers receive a complete and auditable package.

Field Configuration
Signer Order Define primary signer followed by secondary approvers
Authentication Method Use email link or SMS code; require stronger ID if necessary
Conditional Fields Show attachments or additional affidavits only when applicable
Audit Trail Settings Enable timestamps, IP capture, and final certificate

Where to File and How Documents Flow

Understand the filing destinations, who receives certified copies, and how notices are distributed to close liabilities.

  • State Filing: Submit the dissolution form to the Secretary of State.
  • Tax Authorities: File final federal and state tax returns where required.
  • Creditors: Provide notice to known creditors or follow publication rules.
  • Company Records: Retain certified copies and dissolution resolutions for retention period.

Digital Distribution and eSubmission Options

Ensure the chosen platform supports required authentication, audit logs, and secure storage to meet regulatory obligations.

  • Email Delivery: Send signing invitations to signer email addresses
  • Signed PDF: Export ISO 32000-compatible signed PDFs
  • Integrations: Connect with CRM, document storage, or ERP systems

Typical Timelines and Processing Expectations

Timelines vary by state and complexity; plan for internal approvals, tax clearances, and state processing time when scheduling wind-up.

Internal Approval Period:

1–4 weeks depending on governance and notification requirements

Tax Clearance or Final Filings:

Concurrent or shortly after approval; verify state requirements

State Processing Time:

Varies widely — same-day to several weeks depending on state

Notice to Creditors:

Send promptly; statutory claim periods may apply

Record Retention Start:

Retention period begins on effective dissolution date

Common Mistakes to Avoid When Preparing the Package

  • Failing to confirm the signer’s authority under the entity’s governing documents, which can result in rejected filings or later disputes.
  • Submitting a form with an incorrect legal name or registration number, causing delays while the state matches records or requests a corrected filing.
  • Omitting required attachments such as certified minutes, final tax filing evidence, or creditor notice affidavits that some states require for acceptance.
  • Using inconsistent effective dates across documents, which can create ambiguity about the timeline for winding up obligations and retention triggers.

Penalties and Risks of an Incorrect Package

Civil Liability: Delayed termination of creditor liability
Tax Penalties: IRS penalties may apply for late or missing final returns
State Rejection: Filing rejection or required amendment
Personal Exposure: Officer or member exposure to claims
Contractual Breach: Unresolved contract obligations remain enforceable
Recordkeeping Failure: Noncompliance with retention rules

Real-World Examples of Package Use

These examples illustrate how organizations assemble and file dissolution packages while preserving compliance records.

Optica Ventures LLC

Optica documented board consent and submitted the state certificate online

  • Business recorded unanimous approval for winding up
  • The company retained signed minutes and final tax filings to defend against post-dissolution claims and confirm the effective termination.

Martin Properties

A real estate manager completed creditor notices and lien releases before filing

  • Property liens were resolved prior to submission
  • Retaining notarized affidavits and certified closure documents helped the firm avoid delays and clarified asset disposition for buyers.

Who Can Sign and Execute the Package

Corporate Officer

An authorized officer such as the president or corporate secretary typically signs the articles of dissolution. Confirm the corporate bylaws or board resolution to ensure the officer has executed the proper voting and authorization before signing.

LLC Manager

For manager-managed LLCs, an elected manager signs on behalf of the company. For member-managed LLCs, a majority member or designated authorized signer must provide signature and any member consent documentation.

Notarization and Witness Workflow for Signing

When notarization or witness signatures are required, follow a documented sequence to ensure executed documents meet state formalities.

01

Prepare Document Set

Assemble all pages so the notary or witnesses sign the final assembled set.

02

Confirm Requirements

Verify the state requires a notary, witness count, or both before scheduling.

03

Arrange Notary

Schedule in-person or RON session consistent with state RON rules.

04

Signer Identification

Provide government ID or credential analysis as required.

05

Witness Presence

Ensure required witness number is present and signs in the correct blocks.

06

Notarial Certificate

Complete jurat or acknowledgment with official wording.

07

Recordkeeping

Retain notarized copies and notary journal entries if available.

08

File with State

Submit notarized documents per state filing instructions.

How a Regular Dissolution Package Compares to an Expedited Option

Compare typical characteristics so you can choose the filing route that matches urgency and completeness needs.

Criteria Regular Dissolution Package Expedited Dissolution
Purpose comprehensive wind-up faster statutory termination
Processing Time variable weeks shorter processing
Required Filings full attachments minimal attachments
Typical Use thorough closure time-sensitive closure

eSignature Vendor Comparison for Completing the Package

Key pricing and capability contrasts for high-use eSignature platforms. signNow is listed first per standard comparison format.

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Starting Price $8/user/mo $15/user/mo $14/user/mo $19/user/mo $15/user/mo
Free Trial 7-day free trial Varies Varies Varies Varies
Bulk Send Yes Yes Yes Yes No
Audit Trail Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
HIPAA Compliant Yes Yes Yes No No

Frequently Asked Questions About the Regular Dissolution Package

Answers to common questions about signing, notarization, filing, and recordkeeping for dissolution packages.


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