For people representing themselves

You can't afford a lawyer. Get the case in order.

Stay informed as this takes shape. Keep the case in one place. Watch deadlines show up as badges, most urgent on top. Start from four plain-text drafts you copy. Plain text, nothing more.

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Case File

In the matter of your case

Which side are you on?

I started the case

I'm responding

Deadlines

Answer dueOverdue

Fee waiverDue tomorrow

First appearanceHearing in 12 days

Drafts

Answer to Complaint
Motion for Continuance
Request to Waive Court Fees
Notice of Self-Represented Status

How it works

Track the case

Keep the case type, court, case number, and notes in one place instead of scattered papers and email.

See the deadline

Hearing dates and filing deadlines show up as badges, sorted so the most urgent is always on top.

Write a plain-text draft

Start from four drafts — Answer to Complaint, Motion for Continuance, Request to Waive Court Fees, Notice of Self-Represented Status. They are plain text you copy, not PDF, not DOCX, and not e-filing.

Read a short guide

Plain-language guides on how civil cases, evictions, small claims, and family law matters move through court.

Find the official court

Public links to each state's own official self-help center and courthouse locator. All 50 states, no account required.

The guides

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Getting StartedWhat does it mean to represent yourself ('pro se')?Getting StartedHow a civil case moves through court, step by step Being SuedYou've been served: what to do first Case TypesSmall claims court: what makes it different Case TypesEviction cases: know your timeline Case TypesDivorce and custody cases: what to expect Getting HelpFinding free or low-cost legal help near you

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