Change Of Venue Guidelines

Summary

A motion for change of venue in California must generally be filed before or with the defendants response to the plaintiffs complaint. Failure to do so may result in waiving the right. Exceptions may apply based on case specifics. Communications with the plaintiffs lawyer can be considered evidence. Consult an attorney for specific advice.

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Before not being able to file change of venue
Hello John, in California, a motion for change of venue generally needs to be filed before or with the defendant's response to the plaintiff's complaint. If it's not, the right may be waived. However, there could be exceptions depending on the specifics of your case.
If I give you some fax can you let me know
Hello John, sure, if you provide the facts of your case, I can provide more detailed information. However, please remember, I can only give general legal guidance and not legal advice.
Understand thank you
You're welcome, John. Don't hesitate to ask if you have any more questions about your legal issue or any other topic. We're here to help.
It's an unlawful detainer case just realized that I have had numerous text messages and phone calls with the lawyer for the plaintiff prior to him prior to him filing on Aiken on a completely different men I made him aware and the judge seems to be in a trial date same day put a motion in and I had my motion for a trial in New Jersey for two weeks
Hello John, it seems you've had communications with the plaintiff's lawyer regarding a different matter before this unlawful detainer case. In California:
- Communications can be considered evidence.
- You can request a change of venue if you have valid reasons.
- You may need to consult with an attorney for specific advice.
Please, remember I can only give general legal guidance.
Thank you
You're welcome, John. If you have any more questions in the future, don't hesitate to reach out. Good luck with your case.