Mandatory E-Filing in Family Law and Probate. San Mateo Superior Court is planning to require that all attorneys Electronically File into Family Law and Probate cases beginning January 21, 2020.
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Amended Judicial Assignment Order Effective January 1, 2020 - Oct 4, 2019
Judicial Assignment Order Effective January 1st, 2020 - Sept 26, 2019
Invitation to Comment on Proposed Local Court Rules to Become Effective January 1, 2020. Comments Due by 2:30 p.m. on Thursday, November 14, 2019 - Aug 16, 2019
RFP 20-R002 "Children's Waiting Room Services"
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