Preliminary Considerations
General Information about small claims court procedure, and things to
consider before filing a small claims case.
Filing a Lawsuit
Information on different issues regarding filing a small claims case.
Service of Process
Procedure on serving the lawsuit papers after filing a small claims case.
Responding to a Lawsuit
Discussion of various issues after being served with small claims lawsuit
papers.
The Trial
General Information on how to prepare for and present a case during a
Small Claims trial.
Judgment
Information on issues that typically arise after a small claims trial,
including how to file an appeal.
California Courts Self-Help
Center
This Web site will help you find
assistance and information, work better with an attorney, and represent
yourself in some legal matters.
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