Legal Question in Civil Litigation in California

Re: points & authoritys

It depends on what type of motion it is. In general, points and authorities are difficult for non-lawyers to prepare, more so than any other pleading. Unless you have a fair amount of legal sophistication, you should hire an attorney.

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Re: points & authoritys

"Points & Authorities" is nothing more than a fancy name for a brief with the law and facts supporting your position.

However, there are strict form requirements for Points & Authorities, and developing the substance of the brief requires thorough legal research and analysis. Though some judges may relax the form requirements for pro se litigants, others will not.

It sounds like you're at a point in your case when you need professional legal assistance.

Re: points & authoritys

These are the cases and statutes that support your legal position and you get review them at the County Law Library or a Law School. You should retain a lawyer to help you as you may very well lose a lawsuit, but not citing the proper law.