LANDLORD/TENANT BASICS - California Courts - State of California 2026

1. Click ‘Get Form’ to open it in the editor.
2. Begin by entering the NAME, ADDRESS, and TELEPHONE NUMBER of the attorney or party without an attorney in the designated fields at the top of the form.
3. Fill in the STATE BAR NUMBER and indicate who you are representing by entering their name next to 'ATTORNEY FOR (Name)'.
4. In the COURTHOUSE ADDRESS section, provide the address of the Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles.
5. Complete the PLAINTIFF and DEFENDANT sections with the respective names involved in your case.
6. Enter your CASE NUMBER for reference. This is crucial for tracking your case within court records.
7. Select the type of petition filed from options such as Dissolution, Legal Separation, Paternity, or Nullity by checking the appropriate box.
8. Indicate if more than 30 days have passed since service and complete any relevant details regarding requests for judgment or trial estimates.
9. Finally, declare under penalty of perjury that all information provided is true and correct by signing and dating where indicated.

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