The Family Law Facilitator provides information and assistance in filling out forms to establish paternity, obtain or modify child support, and request protective orders. When resources allow, the Family Law Facilitator provides information and assistance with forms on other issues, including child custody and visitation. This program is for people that do not have an attorney.

The Family Law Facilitator is not your attorney, but is a neutral person who does not represent any parent or party. There is no attorney-client relationship between you and the Facilitator, and communications between the two of you are not confidential. If asked, the Family Law Facilitator will provide information and services to the other party in your case.

The Facilitator does not give legal advice and does not appear in court with you. You will be representing yourself in court unless you hire an attorney. If you are seeking a confidential discussion about your case or advice on what you should do, or you need someone to represent you in court, you must hire an attorney. The Family Law Facilitator is not responsible for the outcome of your case.

Individually scheduled appointments are encouraged, but not required.

Office Location and Contacts

Family Law Facilitator: Neil Bowman-Davis
Office Address: Historic Courthouse, 825 Brown Street, Second Floor, Napa, CA 94559
Phone: (707) 299-1137

Bilingual Services

The full range of services is provided in Spanish through the use of bilingual staff. Equal access to Family Court Services' programs is also facilitated by the use of certified interpreters, when bilingual staff are not available.

Forms for Family Law and other Civil Cases

Judicial Council court form packets are available at the Civil Division Clerks Office, 825 Brown Street, Second Floor. Phone: (707) 299-1130

Judicial Council Forms

Self Help Center

Additional Sources

Visit the www.napahelp.info for information about local community organizations and government services that assist families with a variety of needs.

In cases where a restraining order is in effect, either parent may request information about available parking areas and separate waiting rooms in Family Court Services for mediation appointments.   The main courthouse entrance is staffed by security personnel. Parents may also choose to mediate separately.  See Domestic Violence Services for additional information. Domestic Violence Services

Note: Family Court Orientation, Family Mediation, and Family Law Facilitator and Guardianship Services are offered by Spanish-speaking staff.  Other languages are available through the use of certified interpreters.