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REQUEST FOR HEARING AND APPLICATION
TO SET ASIDE VOLUNTARY DECLARATION OF PATERNITY
(Family Law—Governmental)

ATTORNEY OR PARTY WITHOUT ATTORNEY OR GOVERNMENTAL AGENCY (under Family Code, §§ 17400 and 17406)

(Name, State Bar number, and address):

TELEPHONE NO.:

FAX NO. (Optional):

E-MAIL ADDRESS (Optional):

ATTORNEY FOR (Name):

FL-280

FOR COURT USE ONLY

SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF

STREET ADDRESS:

MAILING ADDRESS:

CITY AND ZIP CODE:

BRANCH NAME:

PETITIONER/PLAINTIFF:

RESPONDENT/DEFENDANT:

OTHER PARENT:

CASE NUMBER:

REQUEST FOR HEARING AND APPLICATION
TO SET ASIDE VOLUNTARY DECLARATION OF PATERNITY

1. TO (name):

2. A hearing on this application will be held as follows: (To find out how to get a hearing date, see Information Sheet for Completing
Request for Hearing and Application to Set Aside Voluntary Declaration of Paternity (form FL-281).)

a. Date:

Time:

Dept.:

Div.:

Rm.:

b. Address of court:

ORDER

3.

4. Any responsive declaration must be served on or before (date):

Date:

JUDICIAL OFFICER

5. On (date):

of paternity stating that they are the parents of (child's name):

A copy of the voluntary declaration of paternity is

6.

7. I request that genetic tests be ordered and the voluntary declaration of paternity be set aside.

8. Grounds for this request are (check the boxes that apply, and explain in item 12 on page 2):

a.

b.

c.

PETITIONER/PLAINTIFF:

RESPONDENT/DEFENDANT:

OTHER PARENT:

FL-280

CASE NUMBER:

9.

10.

based on the voluntary declaration of paternity. I have complied with the time limits for filing this request to set aside
(check one):

a.

b.

c.

11.

a.
(Attach copies of the papers served on you or by you, if available.)

b.

12.

(See the Information Sheet (form FL-281) for instructions on how to complete this section.)

I declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing is true and correct.

Date:

(TYPE OR PRINT NAME)

(SIGNATURE OF DECLARANT)

NOTICE FOR CASES INVOLVING A LOCAL CHILD SUPPORT AGENCY

This case may be referred to a court commissioner for hearing. By law, court commissioners do not have the authority to issue final orders and judgments in contested cases unless they are acting as temporary judges. The court commissioner in your case will act as a temporary judge unless, before the hearing, you or any other party objects to the commissioner acting as a temporary judge. The court commissioner may still hear your case to make findings and a recommended order. If you do not like the recommended order, you must object to it within 10 court days; otherwise, the recommended order will become a final order of the court. If you object to the recommended order, a judge will make a temporary order and set a new hearing.

NOTICE TO CLERK: This Request for Hearing and Application to Set Aside Voluntary Declaration of Paternity must
be filed even if no court file concerning these parties currently exists.

Form Adopted for Mandatory Use
Judicial Council of California
FL-280 [Rev. January 1, 2006]

REQUEST FOR HEARING AND APPLICATION
TO SET ASIDE VOLUNTARY DECLARATION OF PATERNITY
(Family Law—Governmental)

electronic form © 2005

WWW.LawCA.com

Law Publishers

Page 1 of 2

Family Code, § 7575(c);

Code of Civil Procedure, § 473

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What the Request for Hearing and Application Is

A Request for Hearing and Application is a formal filing submitted to an administrative agency, court clerk, or tribunal to ask for a contested proceeding or to initiate review of an adverse decision. It typically identifies the parties, states the relief sought, cites the underlying decision or notice, and provides contact and case-identifying information. The form starts the procedural timeline and triggers agency processes such as scheduling, evidence exchange, and potential mediation. Requirements and acceptable filing channels vary by jurisdiction and agency rules, so follow the agency instructions carefully.

Why filing a clear Request for Hearing matters

Filing a complete, timely Request for Hearing preserves procedural rights, avoids default or dismissal, and starts the official record for an appeal or adjudicative review. Clarity in the application reduces back-and-forth with the agency and shortens processing time.

Why filing a clear Request for Hearing matters

Who commonly prepares and submits these requests

The filer should confirm statutory deadlines, signature authority, and any required supporting documents before submission.

  • Individual appellants and claimants filing personal appeals with unemployment, licensing, or benefits agencies
  • Businesses and legal representatives responding to regulatory notices or seeking administrative relief
  • Nonprofit organizations or advocates filing on behalf of clients with consent and proper authorization

Typical signers and their roles

Claimant / Appellant

The individual or entity whose rights or benefits are affected. Must provide accurate identity, contact details, and a clear statement of the relief requested; may need to attach the original decision or notice.

Authorized Representative

An attorney or designated agent who files on behalf of the party. Must include written proof of representation or power of attorney and a signed authorization when the agency requires it.

Security and compliance considerations for submissions

Encryption: TLS 1.2/1.3 in transit; AES-256 at rest
Audit Trail: Timestamp, IP, and action history
HIPAA BAA: BAA required for PHI handling
Authentication: Email, SMS, or stronger MFA
Access Controls: Role-based permissions
Retention: Secure archival and tamper-evident logs

Consequences of errors or late filing

Missed deadline: Loss of appeal rights
Incorrect party: Case dismissed or delayed
Incomplete facts: Request returned or denied
Unsigned form: Not filed as valid
Wrong venue: Re-file and restart timeline
Unsupported evidence: Limited consideration

Common preparation errors to avoid

  • Missing or wrong case number causes processing delays and may lead to the agency misplacing the request.
  • Failing to attach the underlying decision or notice often results in a request returned as incomplete.
  • Using inconsistent names or addresses across documents may require identity verification and slow the hearing scheduling.
  • Relying on inadequate authentication for sensitive filings can trigger rejection when agencies require notarization or stronger ID proofing.

Step-by-step: preparing and filing your request

Follow these sequential steps to prepare a compliant Request for Hearing and Application and to reduce the chance of rejection or delay.

  • 01
    Confirm deadline: Check the agency notice for filing deadlines and late-filing rules.
  • 02
    Gather documents: Attach the decision, supporting evidence, and representation letters.
  • 03
    Complete form: Enter all required fields exactly; avoid abbreviations unless permitted.
  • 04
    Submit and retain: File via approved channel and keep the receipt and proof of submission.

Where the request goes and how it moves through the system

After filing, your application enters an administrative workflow that includes intake review, scheduling, and assignment to an adjudicator or hearing officer.

  • Intake: Agency confirms completeness and assigns a docket number.
  • Scheduling: A hearing date is proposed and parties are notified.
  • Pre-hearing: Parties exchange evidence and motions as required.
  • Hearing and decision: Hearing occurs and the officer issues a written decision.

How to configure an online submission workflow

Set clear workflow parameters when filing electronically to ensure proper routing, authentication, and record retention.

Field Configuration
Authentication Level Email or SMS verification; use MFA when required
File Formats Accept PDF and DOCX; prefer flattened PDF for final records
Notifications Enable delivery receipts and read confirmations
Retention Policy Store signed copy and audit trail for minimum required period

Technical and integration considerations for e-submission

Retain the completed file, certificate of completion, and any agency receipt in the event of disputes or verification requests.

  • Supported Formats: PDF/A, PDF, DOCX preferred
  • Authentication: Email link, SMS code, or agency-specific login
  • Integrations: Common integrations include CRM and cloud storage

Typical timing and processing expectations

Timelines differ by agency; many administrative systems track deadlines in calendar days from the date of the notice or decision. Confirm the specific calculation method for your agency.

Common filing window:

Often 30 days from notice in many agencies

Expedited matters:

Some petitions require 7–14 day emergency filing

Acknowledgement:

Agencies typically acknowledge receipt within 3–10 business days

Scheduling horizon:

Hearing dates often set 30–90 days after filing

Final decision timeframe:

Decisions usually issued within 30–180 days

Real-world examples of digital filing and case handling

These customer examples show how organizations used digital workflows to manage high-volume submissions while preserving compliance.

Optica Ventures LLC

The interface is simple and easy-to-use for our team; more importantly, it is just as easy for our customers.

  • High-volume filings were centralized into a single workflow.
  • Optica reduced manual processing time and maintained a complete audit trail for every appeal filed.

Tech Data

Tech Data uses airSlate SignNow to improve our internal and external customer service while increasing our speed to revenue.

  • Integration with existing systems automated delivery of signed filings.
  • The team improved turnaround and retained verifiable records for regulatory review and audits.

Representative eSignature vendor comparison for filing and signing

Compare core pricing and capability lines relevant to high-volume or sensitive submissions. Confirm current plan details with vendors before purchase.

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Audit Trail Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Envelope Cap No cap 100 envelopes/user/year Varies by plan Varies by plan Varies by plan

Practical tips for accurate and efficient completion

Apply these practices to reduce rejection risk and accelerate processing.

Use the official form
Download or open the agency’s current form to avoid obsolete fields or incorrect versions.
Verify deadlines
Calculate filing windows in calendar days and confirm whether holidays affect deadlines.
Keep evidence organized
Attach clearly labeled exhibits and a cover sheet describing each attachment.
Document proof
Retain submission receipts, delivery confirmations, and signed audit trails for your records.

Frequently asked questions and quick answers

Answers to common questions about e-signing, deadlines, attachments, and proof of filing for Requests for Hearing and Applications.


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