Legal Guides & Resources

For individuals, small businesses, and anyone navigating California's legal process.

Disclaimer: These guides provide general information only and is not intended as legal advice. Laws and procedures can change — always consult a licensed California attorney for advice specific to your situation. ProServer CA is a registered process serving company; we do not provide legal representation or legal advice.

How to file

Unlawful Detainer

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The SPARE Act (AB 747)

California Legal Resources

Need to prepare or file court documents yourself? These are the official and nonprofit resources we trust and refer clients to. We're process servers — we serve your documents and complete an accurate Proof of Service — but choosing and preparing your forms is a legal task, so we point you to the people who do that properly.

General information only — not legal advice.

Statewide — free, official tools

By county — law libraries & free legal aid

Free help completing forms is available at your county law library, and free legal advice may be available if you qualify for legal aid:

Kern County (Bakersfield & Eastern Kern)

Ventura County

Orange County

Los Angeles County

Inland Empire — Riverside County

Inland Empire — San Bernardino County

Not sure who to ask?

Which form do I need? Start with the Self-Help Guide or your county law library. For advice on strategy, consult a licensed attorney.

I can't afford a lawyer. Contact the legal aid organization for your county above.

My forms are ready — I just need them served. That's us. Request service here.

ProServer CA provides professional process serving across California. The resources above are provided as a courtesy and do not constitute legal advice. For guidance on which documents to file or how to handle your case, consult a licensed California attorney.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I get help filling out California court forms?

California's free Self-Help Guide and LawHelp Interactive offer guided interviews that complete the correct Judicial Council forms for you. Your county public law library also helps the public with self-help forms at no charge.

Can a process server help me choose which legal forms to file?

No. Selecting forms and advising on your case is the practice of law. A process server serves the documents you provide and completes the Proof of Service. For choosing forms, use the court self-help resources, a law library, or a licensed attorney.

Is there free legal help in Kern County and Southern California?

Yes. Nonprofit legal aid organizations, such as Greater Bakersfield Legal Assistance, LAFLA, Inland Counties Legal Services, and others listed above, offer free civil legal help to income-qualified residents in each county we serve.

Where do I download official California court forms?

From the Judicial Council's official forms page, searchable by form number (like FL-100 or SC-100) or by topic.

What's the difference between a process server and a legal document assistant?

A process server delivers legal documents and proves service. A registered Legal Document Assistant (LDA) can prepare forms at your direction, but neither can give legal advice, which only a licensed attorney can do.

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