Get Civ-020 Information On Writ Proceedings In Small Claims Cases Judicial Council Forms - Imperial

Completing the CIV-020 form online is an essential step for notifying the court about your intent to appear by telephone in small claims cases. This guide will walk you through each section of the form to ensure you fill it out accurately and efficiently.

Follow the steps to complete the form successfully.

1. Use the ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the CIV-020 form and open it in your preferred editor.
2. In the first section, you will need to provide your details as the attorney or party without an attorney. Fill out the state bar number, your name, firm name (if applicable), and contact information including street address, city, state, telephone number, fax number (if available), and email address (if available). If you have an attorney representing you, indicate their name in the corresponding field.
3. Next, identify the Superior Court of California by filling in the relevant county, street address, mailing address, city, zip code, and the branch name if applicable.
4. Input the names of the parties involved in the case. Enter the name of the plaintiff/petitioner and the defendant/respondent as they appear in your case documentation.
5. In the case number field, fill in the number associated with your case for clear identification.
6. Indicate your intention to appear by telephone by checking the appropriate option for either the plaintiff/petitioner, defendant/respondent, or other, and fill in their name.
7. Provide a brief description of the purpose of the conference, hearing, or proceeding. Include details about the nature of the case.
8. Enter the set date and time of the proceeding as well as the department and the name of the judicial officer if known.
9. Lastly, sign and date the form where indicated. Include your typed or printed name below your signature.
10. Review all the information for accuracy. Once completed, save the changes, and you can choose to download, print, or share the form as required.

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