The Family Court handles matters related to divorce/dissolution, legal separation, parentage, child custody and visitation, support, domestic violence and elder abuse, emancipation, and underage marriage. The court also provides mediation services to help parents resolve child custody and visitation disputes. Adoptions are handled by the Probate Court.

Need Help?

If you need assistance selecting or filling out the appropriate forms, visit the court's  Self-Help Center

If you need assistance selecting or filling out the appropriate forms, visit the court's Family Court Services.

If you need assistance with child custody and parenting time or mediation, visit the court's Family Court Services.

Information on divorce can be accessed at the California Courts Self-Help website.

Information on parentage can be accessed at the California Courts Self-Help website.

Online Services

• Self-Help Assistance (e-correspondence)
• Domestic Violence e-Delivery System
• Case Search
• File and Records Ordering
• Schedule an Online Appointment
• Family Law Calendar Search
• Family Court Services Appointment Search
• Family Law Ex Parte Request Status
• Trial Setting Availability

Family Law Frequently Asked Questions

For more information on Family-related matters, please visit the Judicial Council's Self Help.