An estimated 70 percent of California divorces encounter problems. This book addresses them based on the most current law, as divorce expert Ed Sherman helps both respondents and petitioners. In clear, encouraging language, he shows readers how to define strategies, protect themselves, negotiate for a fair settlement, make motions that get the court's attention, demand and obtain information from the other side, and handle the case in court, if it comes to that. Tear-out copies of court forms are included, along with a CDROM with a wealth of resources.