Fl 270 2025

See details

4 out of 5

27 votes

The document FL-270 is a legal form used in the Superior Court of California for responding to a petition regarding the custody and support of minor children. It outlines the jurisdiction, details about the petitioner and respondent, requests for child custody and visitation orders, attorney fees, child support provisions, and includes declarations under penalty of perjury. The form emphasizes that it does not terminate a marriage or establish a parental relationship.

Here's how it works

01. Edit your fl270 online

Type text, add images, blackout confidential details, add comments, highlights and more.

02. Sign it in a few clicks

Draw your signature, type it, upload its image, or use your mobile device as a signature pad.

03. Share your form with others

Send fl 270 via email, link, or fax. You can also download it, export it or print it out.

How to use or fill out FL-270 with our platform

Ease of Setup

DocHub User Ratings on G2

Ease of Use

DocHub User Ratings on G2

Click ‘Get Form’ to open FL-270 in the editor.
Begin by entering your name, State Bar number, and address in the 'Attorney or Party Without Attorney' section. Include your optional telephone number, fax number, and email address for easy communication.
Fill in the court's information including the Superior Court of California, county, street address, mailing address, city, and zip code.
Identify the petitioner and respondent by entering their names. Ensure you provide accurate case numbers related to custody and support of minor children.
Complete the jurisdiction section by selecting appropriate options regarding parental status and any existing legal actions.
List all minor children involved in this action along with their names, dates of birth, ages, and sexes.
Specify your requests for child custody and visitation orders clearly. Attach any additional forms as needed for detailed schedules or restrictions.
Finally, review your entries for accuracy before signing at the bottom of the form. Remember to declare under penalty of perjury that your information is correct.

Start using our platform today to fill out FL-270 online for free!

be ready to get more

Complete this form in 5 minutes or less

Get form

Got questions?

We have answers to the most popular questions from our customers. If you can't find an answer to your question, please contact us.

How to respond to FL 260?

You can respond by filing a Response (form FL-270) in court. If you dont file a Response within 30 days of getting these papers, the Petitioner can ask the court to decide the case without your input. This is called a default.

What is FL 250?

The first pages of the final orders (judgment) that establish the legal parents of the child. You or your attorney complete this and use attachments for other final orders, like child custody and visitation, (parenting time). child support, and others.

What forms do I need to modify child custody in California?

Stipulation for Entry of Judgment Re: Determination of Parental Relationship (FL-240) This is the first page of the agreement you have with the childs other parent about establishing parentage, child custody and visitation (parenting time), child support, and other matters. Get form FL-240.

What is FL 335 form?

Proof of Service by Mail (FL-335) Tells the court that you had the other party served legal papers by mail. Lists the papers that were served and tells when and where the papers were served, as well as who served them.

What is a FL 270 form for?

Response to Petition for Custody and Support of Minor Children (FL-270) Tell the court and the petitioner that you are responding to the summons and petition and describe the orders that you want the court to make in the case.