Legal Question in Family Law in California

Summary Adjudication in Dissolution Proceeding

Can a party file a motion for summary adjudication in a dissolution proceeding? We have a dispute over characterization of property as separate vs. community. I think the facts are undisputed, but that the application of the law is the issue. I think that if the court ruled in my favor on one of these motions, the other party would fold and settle.


Asked on 4/16/07, 9:51 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Lyle Johnson Bedi and Johnson Attorneys at Law

Re: Summary Adjudication in Dissolution Proceeding

I am not aware of a summary judgment motion in family law. However, you could file a motion to determine the nature of specific assets. A determination of the nature of an assets may enhance settlement.

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Answered on 4/25/07, 10:38 pm


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