If you file a case, you are called the Plaintiff. The person you sue is the Defendant. You start your case by filling out an SC-100 Plaintiff's Claim form and filing it with the court clerk. Be sure you name the Defendant correctly or you may not be able to collect your judgment.
A form called “SC-100” must be completed by you to start a Small Claims case. Once the SC-100 form is filled out, take it to the correct courthouse to file it with the court clerk.
You start your case by filling out an SC-100 Plaintiff's Claim form and filing it with the court clerk. Be sure you name the Defendant correctly or you may not be able to collect your judgment.
Conclusion: Going to small claims court may be worth it for $500, but it will determine how you weigh your costs versus benefits. At a minimum, it is worth it to send a demand letter.
How do I tell the Court that my address has changed? The Notice of Change of Address form is a state form, MC-040 . You can access it and complete it online. File the completed original and the copy at the Court where your case was heard - see list of courthouses.
Obtain copies of divorce records 201 North First Street. San Jose, CA 95113. (408) 882-2926. santaclaraurts.ca.
A divorce decree is the complete court order ending your marriage, with all the details about how property is divided, how you will share time with your children, and what, if any, child support is granted. It also states why the marriage is being dissolved.
Getting a divorce in California Getting a divorce takes at least 6 months. There are 4 major parts of the process and they are the same for couples who are married and for those in a domestic partnership. It's the same process to get a legal separation.
Proof of Personal Service (FL-330) The FL-330 is used when legal documents are physically handed to the recipient. This method is commonly employed in cases where ensuring the other party receives the documents in person is essential, such as divorce filings, child custody matters, or support orders.