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Pro Per Support — Divorce · Legal Separation · Parentage · Custody · Support · Name Change · Family Law

LDA #23-003 · Placer County · Registered & Bonded

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Select the service that best fits your situation. If you need more than one service, choose the most important one now and describe the rest in the notes section below.

Divorce & Legal Separation

All divorce services also cover Legal Separation — the process is similar. If you are seeking a legal separation rather than a divorce, please note that in the comments section below.

True Default — Divorce or Legal Separation

From $850

One spouse files. The other spouse is not participating — absent, unreachable, or not responding to the case.

Is this me? Your spouse won't participate, hasn't responded, or cannot be located. You need to move forward on your own without their involvement.

Summary Dissolution

From $650

A simplified divorce for qualifying couples only. Both spouses agree and participate. Requires: married under 5 years, no children together, no real property, limited assets and debt, both waive spousal support.

Is this me? You and your spouse both agree, were married less than 5 years, have no children together, own no real estate, and have very limited property and debt. Not sure if you qualify? Call or text JoHanna first.

Divorce — With Written Agreement

From $1,850

Both spouses agree on everything and want a full written Marital Settlement Agreement covering property, debts, support, and/or parenting terms. Filed as a joint petition or through the standard process, depending on your situation.

Is this me? You and your spouse agree on how to divide everything and want to file together. You need a written agreement drafted as part of your divorce. This is the most common service for agreed divorces.

Divorce — Detailed Written Agreement

From $2,150

Same as above but involves more complex agreement drafting — detailed parenting schedules, real property, retirement accounts, significant assets or debts, or multiple agreement provisions.

Is this me? You and your spouse agree but your situation is more complex — a home to divide, retirement accounts, detailed custody arrangements, or a longer agreement with many provisions.

Divorce Response

From $850

Your spouse already filed for divorce and you need to prepare and file a formal response with the court.

Is this me? You received divorce paperwork from your spouse. You have a deadline to respond — typically 30 days from the date you were served. Time-sensitive — please reach out promptly.

Parentage, Custody, Support & Family Orders

Establish Parentage (Paternity)

From $850

For unmarried parents. Establishes legal parentage (paternity) and sets custody, a parenting plan, and child support in one case — the starting point when parents were never married.

Is this me? You and the other parent were never married, and you need paternity established along with custody, a parenting plan, and/or child support. If the other parent won't agree, JoHanna will add a Request for Order — see below.

Custody & Parenting Plan — Agreed

From $500

For establishing a new custody arrangement or modifying an existing one — when both parents are in agreement.

Is this me? You and the other parent agree on custody and parenting and need it put into a court-ready document for the first time, or you both agree to change an existing arrangement. If the other parent does not agree, see Request for Order below.

Child Support — Agreed

From $450

For establishing child support for the first time or modifying an existing child support order — when both parties agree.

Is this me? You need child support set up for the first time, or you and the other parent both agree to change the existing support amount. If the other party does not agree, see Request for Order below.

Spousal Support — Agreed

From $450

For establishing, modifying, or terminating spousal support — when both parties agree.

Is this me? You need spousal support established, changed, or ended and both parties are in agreement. If the other party does not agree, see Request for Order below.

Request for Order (RFO)

From $650

For asking the court to issue, modify, or enforce a family law order. A court hearing will be scheduled. Can be used for custody, support, enforcement, temporary orders, relocation, and more.

Is this me? The other party won't agree — OR — an existing order isn't being followed — OR — you need temporary orders during a pending case — OR — you're establishing parentage and the other parent won't agree on custody or support. Not sure? Call or text JoHanna before selecting.

Changing an Existing Court Order — Agreed

From $250

For simple agreed changes, clarifications, or corrections to a family law court order already in place. Both parties must agree and sign.

Is this me? You already have a court order and both parties agree to make a minor change or correction to it. For major changes or if parties don't agree, see Request for Order above.

🌿 Note on parenting plans: a basic schedule is included in the base price. A detailed, custom parenting plan — specific days and times, full holiday rotation, summer, and exchanges — takes more time to prepare and may adjust your quote. Let JoHanna know in the notes below if you'd like a detailed written plan.

Name Change

Adult Name Change

From $450

For legally changing your name through the California court process. Includes petition preparation, publication coordination, and order after hearing.

Is this me? You are an adult who wants to legally change your name for any reason outside of a divorce proceeding.

Minor Name Change

From $650

For changing a child's name through the California court process. Includes required publication, notice to the other parent, and order after hearing.

Is this me? You want to change your child's name through the court. This process requires additional steps including notifying the other parent, who may have the right to object.

Existing Cases & Document Review

Existing Case or Document Review

$150

For reviewing existing paperwork, court filings, or a case already in progress. Applied toward your document preparation services if you move forward with NewLeaf.

Is this me? Someone started your paperwork — or you have documents you'd like reviewed — and you want JoHanna to take a look and assess the situation before deciding on next steps. No further commitment required.

Already Started Your Case? (Takeover)

$150 review

For a case someone else started — whether it needs finishing, corrections, or a full rebuild. It begins with a $150 file review (credited toward your work), then one flat quote for exactly what your case needs. No hourly billing.

Is this me? Your paperwork was started elsewhere, has errors, was rejected by the court, or just needs to be finished. JoHanna reviews the file first, then gives you one flat price.

Additional Options

After-Hours / Priority Appointment

$150 flat fee

For scheduling outside of standard business hours when your timeline requires priority access.

Is this me? You need to move quickly or can only meet outside normal business hours. This add-on gets you priority scheduling with JoHanna.

⚖️ Court filing fees are not included in the above pricing and are paid directly to the Superior Court — not to NewLeaf. New case filing fee: $435. Modification filing fee: $60. Summary Dissolution and Joint Petition: one joint filing fee of $435. Fee waivers may be available depending on income. E-filing: $35 additional if available in your county. If the court requires additional documentation or a hearing beyond what was originally prepared, additional document preparation fees will apply. Existing case takeover pricing is confirmed following initial file review.

💳 Payment is collected at your initial appointment. Accepted forms of payment: Credit/Debit Card (Square), Cash, Personal or Cashier's Check, or Zelle. A 3.5%+ processing fee applies to all credit and debit card payments.

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A Few Quick Questions About Your Situation

These help JoHanna understand your situation and prepare an accurate quote for preparing your documents. Answer only what applies to you — there are no wrong answers, and answering doesn't commit you to anything.

What are you hoping to accomplish? (check all that apply)

End a marriage or domestic partnership (divorce / legal separation)

Respond to a divorce or case the other party already filed

Establish parentage / paternity (who the child's legal parents are)

Custody & a parenting plan (a schedule for the children)

Child support

Spousal / partner support (married or domestic partners only)

Change or modify an order I already have

Enforce an order the other party isn't following

Adult name change

Minor (child) name change

Review or take over a case someone already started

I'm not sure yet — I'd like to talk it through

Is this a brand-new matter, or a case that's already been started or filed?

Brand-new — nothing filed yet Already started or filed Not sure

Does your situation involve an existing case number?

No Yes Not sure

Case number (if you have one)

What is your relationship to the other party?

Married Domestic partners Never married N/A

Are minor children involved in this matter?

Yes No

Does the other party agree with what you're asking for?

Yes — we agree No — we don't agree Partly Haven't discussed

Have you been served court papers you need to respond to? (if applicable)

No Yes Not sure

Any deadline or hearing date you know of? (if applicable)

If children are involved — is the other parent already legally established as the child's parent? (on the birth certificate, signed a Declaration of Parentage, or named by a court)

Yes No / not yet Not sure N/A

If your matter is a divorce or legal separation — do you and your spouse/partner agree on all the terms? (property, debts, support, and any children)

Agree on everything Agree on most Don't agree / not participating N/A

Do you own real estate, a business, or retirement accounts to divide? (if applicable)

Yes No N/A

If a parenting plan is involved, how detailed would you like it? (a detailed plan may adjust your quote)

Basic Detailed Not sure / N/A

Is either party currently working with an attorney?

No I am Other party is Both of us are

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NewLeaf Document Services · LDA #23-003 · Placer County · Registered & Bonded · Not a Law Firm · Not an Attorney

NewLeaf Document Services · JoHanna C. Cody, LDA #23-003 · Placer County · Registered & Bonded
3334 Sankey Road, Pleasant Grove, CA 95668 · (916) 751-6498 · newleafoffice.us@gmail.com · NewleafDocumentServices.com
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