In California, you need to move your case forward. Once you file, it is expected that you are working toward a settlement, or doing discovery, or have come to a temporary agreement until you either request a trial date (once you have done all necessary steps required before you file papers asking for a trial date) or you file a full Judgment with a Settlement Agreement. It sounds as if you really need an attorney to help guide you through this process. If you have actually agreed upon the terms of your settlement, you just need to make sure all steps are completed and proper forms are filed, which should not be too expensive.
Answered on Jan 18th, 2013 at 7:23 PM