California Family Law Resources
Helpful tools, forms, and information for navigating California family law.
California Judicial Council Forms
Divorce Forms
- FL-100: Petition - Marriage/Domestic Partnership
- FL-110: Summons - Family Law
- FL-115: Proof of Service
- FL-130: Appearance, Stipulations, and Waivers
- FL-140: Declaration of Disclosure
- FL-142: Schedule of Assets and Debts
- FL-150: Income and Expense Declaration
- FL-180: Judgment
Child Custody Forms
- FL-300: Request for Order
- FL-311: Child Custody Information
- FL-312: Child Custody Evaluation
- FL-320: Responsive Declaration
- FL-341: Child Custody Order
- FL-341(A): Supervised Visitation
- FL-341(B): Transportation Orders
- FL-341(C): Noncustodial Parent Information
Domestic Violence Forms
- DV-100: Request for Domestic Violence Restraining Order
- DV-101: Description of Abuse
- DV-105: Request for Child Custody
- DV-110: Temporary Restraining Order
- DV-120: Response to Request
- DV-130: Restraining Order After Hearing
- DV-200: Proof of Firearms Turned In
Self-Help Resources
California Courts Self-Help Center
The official California Courts website offers comprehensive self-help information including step-by-step guides, videos, and instructions for handling your own family law case.
Visit Self-Help Center →Local Self-Help Centers
Most California Superior Courts have self-help centers where you can get assistance with forms and general information. Services vary by county.
Find a Center →Legal Aid Organizations
Free or low-cost legal assistance for qualifying individuals. Income requirements vary by organization.
- Legal Aid Society
- Bay Area Legal Aid
- Legal Services of Northern California
- California Rural Legal Assistance
Lawyer Referral Services
If you need an attorney but aren't sure where to start, lawyer referral services can connect you with qualified family law attorneys.
- State Bar of California Lawyer Referral
- Local County Bar Associations
- Many offer reduced-fee initial consultations
Online Calculators & Tools
Child Support Calculator
California's official child support guideline calculator helps estimate child support obligations based on income, time-share, and other factors.
Access CalculatorSpousal Support Estimator
While there's no official formula for permanent spousal support, temporary support calculators can provide rough estimates for planning purposes.
Learn MoreCalifornia Family Code
Key sections of the California Family Code referenced throughout our website:
| Code Section | Topic |
|---|---|
| §2320 | Residency requirements for divorce |
| §2339 | Six-month waiting period |
| §2400 | Summary dissolution requirements |
| §2550 | Division of community property |
| §3011 | Best interests of the child |
| §3040 | Custody preferences |
| §3044 | Domestic violence presumption |
| §3901 | Duration of child support |
| §4055 | Child support guideline formula |
| §4320 | Spousal support factors |
| §6203 | Domestic violence definition |
| §6300-6389 | Domestic Violence Prevention Act |
| §760 | Community property definition |
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