> [!info] Personal working space > This is my personal working space. The final version of this page is at https://atharkhan.com/blog/family-courts-in-orange-county-california/ ## Which courthouse handles family law? As of October 24, 2026, Orange County's family-law departments are at [[Lamoreaux Justice Center]] except C14 and C17, which are at [[Central Justice Center]]. Check the current roster and the actual hearing notice for later changes. [[Lamoreaux Justice Center]] is at 341 The City Drive South, Orange, CA 92868. It houses family law, domestic violence, and juvenile services, along with Family Court Services, self-help, and the Family Law Facilitator. [[Central Justice Center]] is at 700 Civic Center Drive West, Santa Ana, CA 92701. Family-law department C14 is on the fifth floor, telephone (657) 622-5214; C17 is on the sixth floor, telephone (657) 622-5217, according to the current roster. If assigned C14 or C17, use Central's address and the department's appearance instructions. > [!tip] Find the actual hearing > Read the most recent hearing notice or order for the date, time, department, and appearance method. Use the court's [Case Access page](https://www.occourts.org/online-services/case-access) and choose Family Law Case Access. Compare the available case information with the notice and check department instructions. Confirm missing or conflicting information before attending. The court's [complete courthouse directory](https://www.occourts.org/general-information/locations-contact-info) lists other Orange County facilities and links to addresses, case types, and services. The closest courthouse is not necessarily the assigned courthouse. ## Forms and preparation Use [[Petition for Dissolution (FL-100)]] and [[Income and Expense Declaration (FL-150)]] for their respective purposes; the current downloadable forms are on the main-site form pages. Allow time for parking and security, bring the hearing notice and necessary documents, and check current entry and recording restrictions. Arrange needed accommodation or interpreter assistance in advance. [[How to Behave in Court (Courtroom Etiquette)]] covers preparation and conduct. ## Source check Checked October 24, 2026 against Orange County Superior Court's [judicial-officer directory](https://www.occourts.org/general-information/judicial-officers), [Lamoreaux location page](https://www.occourts.org/location/lamoreaux-justice-center), [Central location page](https://www.occourts.org/location/central-justice-center), case-access directory, and family-law self-help page. The general building description alone is not a complete list of current department assignments. Recheck live court sources for changes.