Fill in the name of the person who filed the motion asking the court to vacate the order for judgment. 2. Upon request for a trial de novo, the decision of the arbitrator shall be sealed and placed in the court file.What are my options here? A Trial De Novo (or Small Claims Appeal) is a brand new trial, from scratch. Within 20 days of the issuance of that order, you have the right to demand a hearing before the Court itself, not a conference officer. DEMAND FOR A. TRIAL DE NOVO. -against-. Small Claims Trial De Novo. An appeal of a small claims judgment ordered in a justice court. Where May Claims Be Filed? Court. 11. CCT 502 Demand for Limited Removal to District Court, Affidavit of Good Faith and Notice of Hearing De Novo (New Hearing). 12.