Description: Provides limited legal assistance in qualifying civil cases to those without attorneys if they have a case in the Sacramento County court or reside in Sacramento County. SH@LL can assist with limited types of cases. Some examples of common cases they assist with include:Case Management StatementsClaims of Exemption from Wage Garnishment or Bank LevyConfidential Safe At Home Name ChangesConservatorship of the Person Only (will be pre-screened for eligibility)Enforcement of JudgmentGuardianship of the Person Only - obtaining guardianship of a minorMotions to Extend Time for ServiceMotions to and Oppositions to Motions to Compel DiscoveryMotions to Pay in InstallmentsMotions to Set Aside DefaultName Changes and Gender ChangesOppositions to Civil ForfeituresOppositions to Motions to Deem Admissions Admitted and for SanctionsPetition for Succession, Spousal Property Petition, and Small Estate AffidavitsRequests for Entry of DefaultSimple complaints for and answers to breach of contract lawsuitsSimple complaints for and answers to personal injury and property damage lawsuitsFor a comprehensive list of services they can and cannot assist with visit https://saclaw.org/services/civil-self-help/.
Hours: Voicemail Accepted: Seven days a week, 24 hours a day;Law Library Hours: Monday through Friday, 9 am - 5 pm
Eligibility: Any Sacramento County resident or self-represented litigant with a case in Sacramento County Superior Court. Must not have a lawyer, and must not be deemed by the court to be vexatious litigants.Not able to assist people in representing a corporation or in lawsuits against a government entity.
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