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Information for Client About Notice of Completion of Limited Scope Representation

California · Judicial Council of California · Effective September 1, 2017

This form provides information to a client about what happens when an attorney sends a notice that they have finished the work they agreed to do in a family law case. It explains what the client can do if they agree or disagree with the notice.

The court describes it as: Explains what to do if a client agrees or disagrees that the attorney finished the work that each agreed would be completed in the family law case.

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Where this fits in a case

Motions

Stage: Motions

This form is used after a limited scope attorney sends a notice stating they have completed the agreed-upon tasks, giving the client a chance to respond.

Either party may file.

Common questions

What is this form about?
This form explains what to do if you agree or disagree that your attorney finished the work they were supposed to do in your family law case.
If I disagree, what do I have to do?
If you disagree, you must fill out form FL-956, Objection to Proposed Notice of Completion of Limited Scope Representation, and file it with the court.
Is there a fee if I file an Objection?
Yes, a fee is due when you file the Objection because the court will have to set a hearing on it. You can ask the court to waive the fee if you cannot afford it.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect September 1, 2017.

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