Family Law Facilitator

Location: Civil and Family Law Courthouse, 3055 Cleveland Avenue, Santa Rosa CA 95403
Office Hours: 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM Mon-Thu 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM Mon
Court Hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Mon-Fri
(707) 521-6545 Leave message with Full Name, Case Number and Phone to arrange for services

FAMILY LAW FACILITATOR / SELF HELP CENTER

The office provides free legal assistance to help any party in a case. The office cannot help people who are represented by an attorney. Staff can help you prepare your own forms and give you general information about your case, procedures, and law. The office does not represent anyone and staff cannot accompany you to court. There is no attorney-client relationship between you and any staff member, therefore communications between you and staff members are NOT confidential. You should obtain your own attorney if you want personalized advice or strategy, to have a confidential conversation, or to be represented by an attorney at court. The office is not responsible for the outcome of your case.

IN WHAT AREAS OF LAW CAN THIS OFFICE HELP ME?

Child or spousal support
Cases involving the Department of Child Support
Paternity or parentage
Dissolution of Marriage or Legal Separation
Custody and Visitation
Adoptions (Step-parent only)
Name Changes
Restraining orders for Domestic Violence or Civil Harassment
Debt Collection cases in limited civil matters.

HOW CAN I GET HELP AT THE FAMILY LAW FACILITATOR/SELF HELP CENTER?

Service is provided on a first come, first served basis. Be prepared to be patient for a period of time depending upon the number of people who are seeking services on any given day. Be sure to allow enough time for us to assist you before our closing time. We need to obtain basic information and look up your case before we can determine how to help you. Modification of orders is handled on a drop-in basis. New divorces are scheduled for a work shop, or we can review forms you have already prepared yourself on a drop-in basis. Finalizing a divorce or paternity case usually requires an appointment. If your matter is more complicated, we will schedule an appointment. Bring any court filings with you, your case number, and most recent order orders.

You may also call and leave a message. We try to return calls within 24 hours. Leave your name and a telephone you will be able to answer when we call.