Civil Unlimited

Contra Costa Superior Court · Appeals Packets & Forms

Verified current as of September 10, 2026

The Civil Unlimited form is used to start a lawsuit in Contra Costa Superior Court for cases involving money claims of more than $25,000 or other serious civil disputes that cannot be handled in small claims or limited civil court. Someone would need this form if they're suing another person or business for a significant amount of money or have a serious legal dispute like property damage, contract violations, or personal injury cases.