Previous ruleBack to Table of ContentsNext ruleBack to top California Rules of Court 2026 Rule 7.452. Petitioner or attorney required at hearing Print The court must not proceed with the hearing on a petition to confirm a sale of property unless the petitioner's attorney or petitioner, if unrepresented, is present. Rule 7.452 amended effective January 1, 2002; adopted effective January 1, 2000.