Assignees must name the original party in the case title of their first court filing
When someone takes over another party's rights in a California civil case by assignment, the first document they file must name the assignor, the original real party in interest, in the title of the case.
Who it affects
People and companies that take over legal claims by assignment
When
This law takes effect on January 1, 2027. California laws take effect on January 1 of the year after they are signed, unless the law says otherwise.
- : Signed into law
- : This law takes effect
Official text
California SB 932: Civil proceedings: real party in interest.
On California Legislative Information. The official text is what counts; read it before you act.
Not legal advice. Plain-English summaries to help you find what changes and when. Not legal advice: read the official text, and ask a lawyer about your situation.