Request For Trial (Family Law) {MFL-143}

MFL-143 - REQUEST FOR TRIAL - FAMILY LAW. This form is used in the Superior Court of California, County of Mendocino for a party in a family law case to request a trial. It applies to various family law matters, including divorce (dissolution), legal separation, annulment, parentage, and termination of parental rights, among others. The requesting party must specify the estimated trial duration and identify the contested issues, such as child support, spousal support, property division, attorney’s fees, and other financial matters. The form also addresses the status of discovery, ensuring that necessary information exchanges, such as interrogatories, depositions, and document production, are completed before trial. Additionally, parties must confirm whether they have served and received mandatory financial disclosures in applicable cases and indicate whether a trial on separate issues is needed. The form further asks whether the Department of Child Support Services is involved, requires parties to list dates of unavailability, and provides a section for proof of service, confirming that the request has been properly sent to the opposing party. By filing this request, the party initiates the trial scheduling process, allowing the court to set a date and ensure all procedural requirements are met. www.FormsWorkflow.com