Important Information:

In response to the health concerns raised by the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, Orange County Superior Court Self-Help Services will be closed for in-person assistance at all locations. However, Self-Help Services are available by telephone and email for services.

Self-Help Services:

Self-Help Services are available for Family Law, Child Support, Unlawful Detainer, Probate, Small Claims, Criminal Expungements and other civil matters by phone and email. Services provided will include case assessment, procedural information, providing form packets, and assisting litigants with document review. There are online videos to further provide information and guidance. Educational workshops will resume over the following months, and new services will include online appointments with Self-Help staff, webinar workshops, and video conferencing.

Please contact the Self-Help Center by phone or email. With the exception of the Family Law Team*, phone hours are Monday - Thursday 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. and Friday 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Family Court:
Family Law ex parties will be received as follow:
General Family Law – 8:00am to 11:00am
Domestic Violence – 8:00am to 3:00pm
Submissions received after the court cut off time for both general family law and domestic violence will be processed the next court business day.

For questions regarding family law e-filing contact: efiling@occourts.org or call 657-622-8350.

Self-Help can provide procedural and other information for these and other family law matters, including child support. You can contact SelfHelp at SelfHelpFamilyLaw@occourts.org or 657-622-6630.

Emergency Civil Services: The Self-Help Center is available to provide assistance with the following emergency services by calling 657-622-8511: