Legal Question in Civil Litigation in California

i am trying to find the correct forms to file for a civil case. I have a written letter stating that i loaned this person money in 2007. They have not kept up with making the $100.00 per month payments. The amount is a little more than 11,000.00. i want to file against them but i do not know what forms i need to fill out. i would appreciate it if you can just tell me the forms i need, The case is in california. thank you


Asked on 12/21/10, 3:37 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys
Michael Stone Law Offices of Michael B. Stone Toll Free 1-855-USE-MIKE

It's easier to sue in small claims court, but you can only get $7,500. There's a lot more to practicing law than just filling out forms. If you want to sue for $11,000 you'll probably want to have a lawyer on board.

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Answered on 12/26/10, 8:08 pm
Robert F. Cohen Law Office of Robert F. Cohen

If you want a form, it's Complaint-(Breach of) Contract. You can find it on the Judicial Council website. The amount might be enough for the defendant to retain an attorney. If that happens, you might want to do the same.

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Answered on 12/26/10, 8:16 pm
Anthony Roach Law Office of Anthony A. Roach

You can find forms for free here:

http://www.courtinfo.ca.gov/forms/

You will need this form:

http://www.courtinfo.ca.gov/forms/fillable/pldc001.pdf

AND this form:

http://www.courtinfo.ca.gov/forms/fillable/pldc0011.pdf

You will also need a Summons, a Civil Case Cover Sheet, and depending on the local rules, a Civil Case Cover Sheet Addendum.

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Answered on 12/27/10, 3:07 pm


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