Navigating family law proceedings in California can sometimes feel like trying to understand a foreign language, but once the jargon is unpacked, essential documents like the FL-373 form begin to make sense. Primarily used within the context of divorce, separation, or other family law matters, the FL-373 form serves as a crucial tool for addressing the involvement of an additional party to a case, often referred to as 'joinder'. Whether you're an attorney or someone representing yourself, filling out the FL-373 correctly can significantly impact the outcome of your case. It provides a structured way for respondents or petitioners to either consent to or dispute the joinder of a claimant—a party whose rights might be affected by the divorce or separation. Moreover, it outlines the process for admitting someone into the case, from filing the proper pleadings to serving summons. Also, it not only ensures that all involved parties are adequately notified but also sets forth the legal foundation for a claimant’s participation in the proceedings. By diving into the specifics, such as who needs to fill out which section and what each part means, parties can navigate their case with a clearer understanding of the implications and requirements of adding a third party to their legal matter.
| Question | Answer |
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| Form Name | Form Fl 373 |
| Form Length | 2 pages |
| Fillable? | No |
| Fillable fields | 0 |
| Avg. time to fill out | 30 sec |
| Other names | CALIFORNIA, foregoing, JOINDER, how to file a fl 373 |
ATTORNEY OR PARTY WITHOUT ATTORNEY (Name, state bar number, and address):
TELEPHONE NO. (Optional): |
FAX NO. (Optional): |
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ATTORNEY FOR (Name): |
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SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF
STREET ADDRESS:
MAILING ADDRESS:
CITY AND ZIP CODE:
BRANCH NAME:
MARRIAGE OF
PETITIONER:
RESPONDENT:
CLAIMANT:
RESPONSIVE DECLARATION TO MOTION FOR JOINDER
CONSENT ORDER OF JOINDER
FOR COURT USE ONLY
CASE NUMBER:
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Petitioner |
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Respondent |
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Consents to the requested joinder and stipulates to an order joining claimant as a party to this proceeding. |
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Does not consent to the requested joinder of claimant as a party to this proceeding. |
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The statements contained in the declaration for joinder are incorrect or insufficient as follows (specify):
I declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing is true and correct.
dated:
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(SIGNATURE OF DECLARANT) |
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Form Adopted for Mandatory Use
Judicial Council of California
RESPONSIVE DECLARATION TO MOTION FOR JOINDER |
www.courtinfo.ca.gov |
CONSENT ORDER OF JOINDER |
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Petitioner |
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Respondent having consented and good cause appearing, |
IT IS ORDERED that
a. The claimant is joined as a party to this proceeding. b. The clerk file the original of the submitted pleadings.
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Summons (Joinder) be issued and claimant be served with a copy of the motion for joinder with pleading |
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attached and a copy of the Summons (Joinder). |
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The hearing on the motion for joinder is taken off calendar for (date): |
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Dated:
JUDICIAL OFFICER
RESPONSIVE DECLARATION TO MOTION FOR JOINDER
CONSENT ORDER OF JOINDER
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