Non-Family, Civil, and Probate Law
Self-Help Services
The Self-Help Center does not assist with traffic, criminal law issues or estate matters.
The Self-Help Center provides assistance in the following areas:
The Self Help Center Assistance
The Self Help Center provides assistance in civil matters according to the following schedule:
Small Claims
This workshop is for those who need assistance with small claims procedures and with small claims paperwork. The workshop is also for those who already have a small claims judgment and are seeking to enforce it.
Unlawful Detainer
This workshop is for those who need assistance with unlawful detainer procedures and unlawful detainer paperwork.
Restraining Orders
This workshop is for those who need assistance with the restraining order request paperwork.
Guardianships
This workshop is for those who need assistance with guardianship paperwork to ask the court for Guardianship of the Person of a minor child.
Name Changes, Judgment Enforcements, Adult Expungements and Emancipations
Assistance for other Civil related cases is offered by appointment only. To make an appointment, please contact the Self Help Center by phone at (707) 445-7256, menu option 5.