Report of Referee
California · Judicial Council of California · Effective January 1, 2006
This form is used by a referee, who was appointed by the court, to give the court their suggestions about issues in a case. It includes sections for the referee to report on their appointment, time spent, fees, and recommendations on the case's issues.
The court describes it as: A referee appointed by the court gives the court recommendations on issues in the case that were assigned to the referee.
Where this fits in a case
HearingStage: Hearing
This form is used after a referee has been appointed by the court to review specific issues in a case. The referee fills out the report, and a separate declaration is used to show that the report was given to the other parties.
Prepared by the court or clerk.
Common questions
- Who fills out this form?
- The referee who was appointed by the court fills out the main Report of Referee (ADR-111). A separate declaration is used to show that the report was served to the other parties.
- Is this form mandatory?
- The form text indicates it is for optional use.
- What does the referee report on?
- The referee reports on their appointment, the time and fees involved, and their recommendations regarding the disputed issues in the case.
Revision history
No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect January 1, 2006.
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