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Self-Help Topics

The Yolo County Superior Court Self-Help Center / Family Law Facilitator's Office provides free legal information and assistance to self-represented parties. We provide information regarding court forms, rules, and procedures. We help parties to start their case or determine the next steps in their case. All services are free of charge.

Important Note: The Self-Help Center does not represent anyone and may assist all parties in your case. Please note that we are unable to communicate with the judge for you. We are unable to represent you and we cannot act as your attorney.

Areas We Can Help With

The Self-Help Center provides assistance with the following legal matters:

Family Law Services

  • Divorce - Filing procedures, forms, and requirements
  • Parentage - Establishing paternity and parental rights
  • Child Custody and Visitation - Custody orders, modification requests, and visitation schedules
  • Child Support - Initial orders, modifications, and enforcement
  • Cases involving the Department of Child Support Services - DCSS-related proceedings and requirements
  • Spousal Support - Support orders and modifications
  • Name Changes and Gender Changes - Legal name and gender marker changes

Civil Matters

  • Small Claims - Filing procedures and court preparation
  • Unlawful Detainers - Eviction proceedings and tenant rights

Probate Services

  • Guardianship - Adult and minor guardianship proceedings
  • Conservatorship - General and limited conservatorship cases

Restraining Orders

  • Domestic Violence - Protective orders for family/household members
  • Civil Harassment - Protection from non-domestic situations
  • Elder Abuse - Protective orders for seniors
  • Workplace Violence - Employment-related restraining orders

Specialized Programs

  • CARE Act Proceedings - Mental health court proceedings for individuals whose mental health is substantially deteriorating
  • Child Custody Recommending Counseling (CCRC) - Mediation services with mental health professionals experienced in working with children and families

How to Get Help

Walk-In Services

Walk-in assistance is available Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:30 am to 2:30 pm.

Walk-In Check-In Process:

  • Please check in using the kiosk
  • Take a seat and wait for your number to be called
  • You will be called by a staff member to complete a short screening
  • Follow the instructions provided by the staff member

What to Bring: Each time you visit the Self-Help Center during walk-in hours, please remember to bring your case number and a blue/black ink pen.

Virtual Appointments

  • Schedule Online: Virtual appointment booking
  • DCSS Virtual Appointments: Virtual appointments with the Department of Child Support Services are available during walk-in hours

Phone Assistance

Telephone assistance is available on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. You may contact our office at (530) 406-6793. Please note that we are not able to answer every call as it comes in. If we do not answer your call, leave a voicemail with your name, phone number, and case number. We will return your call within 3 business days.

Email Assistance

Additional Resources

Required Orientations

For family law cases involving child custody, each parent is required to first complete an online orientation, unless they have completed an online orientation within the last two years before scheduling CCRC appointments.

Self-Help Videos

Access instructional videos to help guide you through various court procedures at Self-Help Videos.

External Resources

Find additional legal assistance through our Self-Help Links, including:

  • California Rural Legal Assistance (CRLA)
  • Empower Yolo
  • LawHelpCalifornia.ORG
  • Law Help Interactive

Contact Information

Yolo County Superior Court Self-Help Center / Family Law Facilitator 1000 Main Street, 2nd Floor Woodland, CA 95695 (530) 406-6794

Hours: Monday-Friday, excluding holidays Walk-in hours: Tuesday and Thursday from 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM

What We Provide vs. What We Cannot Do

We CAN Help You:

  • Understand court forms, rules, and procedures
  • Determine next steps in your case
  • Assist with starting a new case
  • Provide general legal information
  • Help complete court forms
  • Explain filing requirements and deadlines

We CANNOT:

  • Provide legal advice or recommendations
  • Represent you in court proceedings
  • Communicate with the judge on your behalf
  • Act as your attorney
  • Guarantee any specific outcome
  • Provide attorney-client privileged services

All Self-Help Center services are provided free of charge. The information provided is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For complex legal matters, consider consulting with a qualified attorney.