Family Court Services
Consistent with the spirit of California law, Family Court Services provides the residents of Kern County with an array of services for families involved in Family Court and Probate Court matters.
Overview
The mission of Family Court Services is to serve the families of Kern County with the development of the best possible solution for difficult family transitions in a timely, professional, and ethical manner.
Helpful Hints
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Be prepared by having your case number ready when calling Family Court Services.
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All Family Court Services cases are confidential. In order to ensure the privacy, we require proof of identification.
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It is the responsibility of the parties to make prior arrangements for their appointments by calling at least 1 business day before. Voice messages will be accepted.
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Attorneys and new spouses/partners are NOT permitted to attend mediation appointments.
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The use of audio or visual recording devices of any type is NOT allowed during mediation.
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Family Court Mediation
Confidential & Non-Recommending Services
Minor Interviews
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Juvenile Dependency Mediation
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Supervised Visits
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Probate Investigations
Conservatorship & Guardianship
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Family Court Investigations
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Complaint Process
Family Court Services takes all customer complaints seriously. You are encouraged to notify the Family Court Services Manager of your complaint as early as possible.
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Community Resource List
DISCLAIMER: The Superior Court of California, County of Kern, is making this list available as a public service only. This list includes community resources that requested to be on the list, have agreed to be on the list, or have been on the resource list of Department of Human Services. Kern County Superior Court has not and does not evaluate the providers, their facilities, the information they have listed, nor posted. Kern County Superior Court does not recommend or endorse any of the listed providers nor do they recommend that any of the list resources will meet the needs of the parents or children. You are responsible for interviewing and selecting a suitable service provider. You should contact providers directly for relevant information.
Kern County Superior Court is not a party to any transaction between the customer and the provider and is not liable for any cost of the services. Kern County Superior is also not responsible for any damage arising directly or indirectly from services provided by any of the listed providers. By accessing this list of community resources, you understand and agree that Kern County Superior Court is not, in any way, responsible or liable for the acts, omissions, or services, of any of the providers, or for any other actions taken based upon the information provided. Any complaints should be sent directly to the providers
Agencies interested in being on the Community Resource List will read, complete, and submit the following forms: