Authorization for the Appointment of Investigator or Expert Witness

San Francisco Superior Court · All Local Forms

Verified current as of July 19, 2026

This form allows a party in a family law case to get court permission to hire a private investigator or expert (like a psychologist or financial analyst) to help gather evidence or provide specialized opinions for their case. A person would need this form if they want to use someone outside the court system to investigate facts or give expert advice about their family law matter, such as child custody, support, or property division.