Mari Tanaka
VP, Special Projects & Family Law Attorney
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After managing the recording studio and major transactions for multi-Grammy-winning band Green Day for 13 years, she earned her JD in Family Law and joined Erin at Hello Divorce, where she now makes sure every aspect of our customers' journey with Hello Divorce is transparent, less stressful, and successful.Mari's Recent Articles
Divorcing an Uncooperative Spouse in California
Your partner can't block your divorce. You can move forward by using a few extra forms and a step-by-step process. Learn how to proceed here.
Divorce Waiting Periods in California
California law requires people to wait six months and one day before completing a divorce. Find out how this waiting period works here.
Financial Checklist for Divorce or Separation in California
You must share financial information with your spouse as part of your divorce process. Find out what you need to share here.
California Divorce Process
The California divorce process involves four complex steps, and you'll need to make many key decisions along the way. Find out how this works here.
Child Custody in California: Everything You Need to Know
Child custody arrangements involve where a child lives and who can make legal decisions for that child. Find out how these work in California here.
Divorce Process Flowchart
Need to learn how to file for divorce as quickly as possible? Hello Divorce's flow chart will lay out the divorce process step-by-step.
Contested vs. Uncontested Divorce: How They Differ
There are two main paths to divorce you could take, and one is simpler than the other. Learn the differences between contested and uncontested divorce.