Ex Parte Application Explained

Summary

An ex parte application in California is a legal request to expedite a court hearing without notifying the other party, typically due to urgent circumstances. In eviction cases, this might be filed to quickly resolve the matter if theres potential harm or prejudice from delays. California Rules of Court, Rule 3.1200 - Rule 3.1207, govern this process, requiring a declaration of urgency and notice to the other party unless justified otherwise. If youre unsure about the urgency, consult your attorney for clarification on your specific case.

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In California, an ex parte application for a motion to shorten time for a hearing is governed by California Rules of Court, Rule *.* - Rule *.*. Here are the key points:
- You must provide a declaration explaining the urgency.
- Notice to the other party is required unless there's a good reason not to.
- The court will consider the urgency and potential prejudice to the other party.
Would you like more detailed information on how to file this application?
Why would my attorney file something like that for my eviction case
Your attorney might file an ex parte application to shorten the hearing time in your eviction case to expedite the process due to:
- Urgent need to resolve the matter quickly.
- Potential harm or prejudice if the hearing is delayed.
- Immediate relief required from the court.
Can you provide more details about the urgency or specific circumstances of your eviction case?
I don't understand what the urgency was I didn't know there was one
It seems like your attorney filed the ex parte application to expedite the eviction process due to an urgency that you might not be aware of.
Could you provide more details about your eviction case, such as any notices you've received or deadlines you're facing? This will help in understanding the urgency.