Petition to Remove Mechanics’ Lien
Owners of real estate sometimes find that a contractor has recorded a mechanics lien on their property, and failed to …
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Petition to Determine Succession to Primary Residence (Under $750,000)
As of April 2025, a house can be transferred to heirs after a homeowner dies using a streamlined process in …
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Personal Service
Service is a formal way of giving copies of all court documents to all parties in a case. It is …
Motion for Disbursement of Surplus Funds After Foreclosure
If your home was sold by the trustee in a foreclosure auction for more money than you owed on the …
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Mechanics Liens: Placing and Releasing Contractors Claims – Step by Step Guide
A Mechanics’ Lien is an effective remedy for contractors, subcontractors, and others involved in the construction or improvement of real …
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Peremptory Challenge of a Judge
If you have a case in superior court, and you believe you cannot get a fair and impartial hearing or …
Injunction Against the DMV: Prevent Transfer of Title to Your Car
If you are concerned someone will sell or give away your vehicle without permission, you can file a “Courtesy Stop” …
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Injunction by Noticed Motion
If you believe that someone is likely to take an action that will violate your rights, you can ask a …
Homestead Declaration: Protecting the Equity in Your Home – Step by Step Guide
Under California law, a homeowner is entitled to the protection of a certain amount of equity in the home that …
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Declaration of Diligent Search: Guardianship-Dispensing with Notice to Missing Relative
If you do not know the name or address of a person you need to serve or cannot locate the …