Legal Question in Civil Litigation in California
Lawsuit
How soon after the complaint is filed can I do a demand for production of documents?
Asked on 4/10/08, 8:54 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
Lowell Houghton
Law Offices of Hagop Chopurian
Re: Lawsuit
You have to serve it, then it's twenty or thirty days.
Answered on 4/10/08, 10:36 pm
Robert F. Cohen
Law Office of Robert F. Cohen
Re: Lawsuit
I think my colleague misunderstood your question. You can serve the demand immediately, but wait the period he states before they produce the documents. Don't forget to answer the complaint within the 30 days of service, if in state court.
Answered on 4/11/08, 1:13 am