What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? ca. going through a divorce. court says i have to join the pension into the divorce to get it finalized. got the paperwork but have no idea how to proceed.cant afford an attorney and divorce has been one big mess. there was abuse throughout the 17 year marriage to me and our 5 kids. finally got away and im still not recieving and support.(filed last may). need some advice on what to do about this pension paperwork to get this over and done with.