Superior Court of California, County of San Benito

Superior Court of California, County of San Benito This is the official page of San Benito County's Superior Court.

The Court will be closed on Monday, September 7th in observance of Labor Day. We will re-open Tuesday, September 8th at ...
09/04/2026

The Court will be closed on Monday, September 7th in observance of Labor Day. We will re-open Tuesday, September 8th at 8:00 AM.

If you’re dealing with a Family Law issue and aren’t sure where to start, the Self-Help Center is here for you. We offer...
08/26/2026

If you’re dealing with a Family Law issue and aren’t sure where to start, the Self-Help Center is here for you.

We offer free guidance on a variety of matters, including:
- Custody and visitation
- Child or spousal support
- Emancipation

Visit the Self-Help Center located inside the courthouse at
450 Fourth Street, Hollister, CA 95023
Open Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-3:30 PM

As the nation celebrates America250, the Superior Court of San Benito is inviting local teachers to bring civics learnin...
08/05/2026

As the nation celebrates America250, the Superior Court of San Benito is inviting local teachers to bring civics learning into their classrooms. Presiding Judge J. Omar Rodriguez has pledged to connect with at least 250 K-12 students by the end of 2026 as part of Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero's Power of Democracy Civic Learning Initiative.

Teachers interested in scheduling a classroom visit or learning more about the Power of Democracy can visit: www.sanbenito.courts.ca.gov/outreach

View the full press release on the court's website: https://www.sanbenito.courts.ca.gov/news/judges-superior-court-san-benito-accept-statewide-outreach-challenge-celebrate-america250

The Superior Court of San Benito County is seeking motivated applicants for the position of Self-Help Attorney. This pos...
07/29/2026

The Superior Court of San Benito County is seeking motivated applicants for the position of Self-Help Attorney. This position administers self-help services in areas including but not limited to family law, guardianships, conservatorships, small claims, restraining orders, evictions, and debt collection.

For more information and to apply visit the following link:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sanbenitocourt/jobs/5410595/self-help-attorney?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs&fbclid=IwY2xjawTXYEBleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETF4d2cwSzF1ZVVYeTVESEFuc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHpIa7QykqwlCgIEPbsgl9CEyxh6j9cq6XQ982S3oWyHq0xetUEk33YxRdfL0_aem_HnVbKVgtdCJ0pQcWswZAaw

Application closing date has been updated to August 14th, 2026.

Please join Presiding Judge J. Omar Rodriguez and the San Benito County Bar Association for a networking event bringing ...
07/29/2026

Please join Presiding Judge J. Omar Rodriguez and the San Benito County Bar Association for a networking event bringing together members of the bench and bar of San Benito County. The program will include remarks from Judge Rodriguez, followed by an opportunity to connect and network with colleagues from the local legal community.

If you are interested in attending, please RSVP at: https://forms.gle/Dc9zgdHuagBd5fYV8 or scan the QR code on the flyer.

The Superior Court of San Benito is pleased to announce the successful completion of its inaugural 5-week Summer Court I...
07/28/2026

The Superior Court of San Benito is pleased to announce the successful completion of its inaugural 5-week Summer Court Internship Program. The closing ceremony, hosted on July 17th, was opened by the Court Executive Officer Tim Newman and Presiding Judge J. Omar Rodriguez, who acknowledged the interns’ participation in the program and noted the value of the experiences offered during their time with the court. Parents, family and friends joined the interns in celebrating this accomplishment.

The internship program received special recognition from Robert Rivas, Speaker of the California Assembly. His representative, Andres Rodriguez, attended the ceremony and presented recognition certificates to the program advisors and to the students in honor of their successful completion of the internship.

The Court extends its deepest appreciation to all bench officers, court staff, justice partners, attorneys, and community organizations who dedicated their time and expertise to support the program. Their collaboration and mentorship were instrumental in making the first year of the internship program a success.

To learn more about the Court Internship Program, please visit the Court’s Website at www.sanbenito.courts.ca.gov/outreach or contact the Resource Team at [email protected]

The Superior Court of California, County of San Benito, is pleased to announce the public release of the Civil Grand Jur...
07/21/2026

The Superior Court of California, County of San Benito, is pleased to announce the public release of the Civil Grand Jury’s Final Report for Fiscal Year 2025–2026. The Civil Grand Jury serves as an independent investigatory body empowered to review the operations of local government agencies, evaluate citizen concerns, and promote transparency and accountability across public institutions.

This year’s report reflects months of dedicated service by community members who volunteered their time to examine key issues affecting San Benito County. The investigations undertaken during the 2025–2026 term highlights concern over the Hollister Bike Rally, the operations within the county jail, and transparency within Sunnyslope County Water District.

The Court extends its sincere appreciation to the grand jurors for their commitment to public service and for the thoughtful, comprehensive analysis contained in the Final Report. Their work represents an important contribution to good governance and an informed community.

The Final Report is now available to the public and can be accessed through the Court’s website at www.sanbenito.courts.ca.gov. Members of the community, local agencies, and interested stakeholders are encouraged to review the findings and recommendations.

For questions regarding the Civil Grand Jury or access to the report, please contact the Court at [email protected]

The full Civil Grand Jury Report is available for review on the court's website:https://www.sanbenito.courts.ca.gov/system/files/general/2025-26-cgj-consolidated-report.pdf

Need to change your legal name? The Self‑Help Center at the Superior Court of San Benito is available to guide you throu...
07/21/2026

Need to change your legal name?

The Self‑Help Center at the Superior Court of San Benito is available to guide you through the process and help identify the correct forms to get started.

Visit the Self-Help Center to get started today.
Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday from 8:00- 3:30 PM.

The Superior Court of San Benito County is seeking motivated applicants for the position of Self-Help Attorney. This pos...
07/15/2026

The Superior Court of San Benito County is seeking motivated applicants for the position of Self-Help Attorney. This position administers self-help services in areas including but not limited to family law, guardianships, conservatorships, small claims, restraining orders, evictions, and debt collection.

For more information and to apply visit the following link:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sanbenitocourt/jobs/5410595/self-help-attorney?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

Application closes August 25th, 2026.

The Superior Court of San Benito County is recruiting for an enthusiastic individual to fill the position of Legal Proce...
07/06/2026

The Superior Court of San Benito County is recruiting for an enthusiastic individual to fill the position of Legal Process Clerk. Under general supervision, this specialized clerical level position performs a full range of clerical duties in support of court operations.

Deadline to submit application is Friday July 17th, 2026.

For more information and to apply visit the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sanbenitocourt/jobs/5398004/legal-process-clerk-i-ii?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

Address

450 Fourth Street
Hollister, CA
95023

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+18316364057

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