Form CIV-140 Declaration of Demurring Party Regarding Meet and Confer - California

What Is Form CIV-140?

This is a legal form that was released by the California Superior Court - a government authority operating within California. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.

FAQ

Q: What is Form CIV-140?
A: Form CIV-140 is a legal document used in California courts by a party who wants to demur to a complaint and declare that they have met and conferred with the opposing party.

Q: What does it mean to demur?
A: To demur means to object to a complaint or a specific part of it, claiming that it is legally insufficient or does not state a valid cause of action.

Q: What is the purpose of the Meet and Confer requirement?
A: The Meet and Confer requirement is designed to encourage parties to resolve disputes or narrow the issues in a case through good faith discussions before filing certain motions with the court.

Q: When should I file the Form CIV-140?
A: You should file the Form CIV-140 along with your demurrer to the complaint, after you have met and conferred with the opposing party, but before the hearing on the demurrer.

Q: What information should be included in the Form CIV-140?
A: The Form CIV-140 asks for details about the meet and confer efforts, including the date, location, and method of communication used, as well as a summary of the issues discussed.