Small Claims Court Filing
Help individuals understand small claims court procedures, complete required forms, organize evidence, and prepare court presentations.
Simplified self-preparation
Procedural guidance (verify with court)
Consumer & Access to Justice
The Problem
- ✗Unfamiliar court procedures
- ✗Form completion challenges
- ✗Evidence organization
- ✗Court presentation anxiety
- ✗Jurisdictional limits
How Claude Helps
Claude helps individuals understand small claims procedures and prepare materials. It explains procedures, helps complete forms, organizes evidence, prepares presentations, and provides general guidance.
Step-by-Step Workflow
Understand your claim
Assess whether small claims court is appropriate
Determine jurisdiction
Verify amount limits and proper court location
Complete required forms
Claude helps fill out filing paperwork
Organize evidence
Prepare documents and exhibits for presentation
Prepare presentation
Practice what to say and how to present your case
Example Prompt
Help me prepare for small claims court: CLAIM: - Defendant owes me $3,500 for unpaid services - Verbal agreement with text message confirmation - Multiple ignored payment requests - [State] small claims court PREPARATION HELP: 1. JURISDICTION CHECK - Amount within limits? - Proper court location? - Statute of limitations? 2. FORM GUIDANCE - Required forms - How to complete - Filing fees 3. EVIDENCE ORGANIZATION - What to bring - How to present - Documentation tips 4. COURT PRESENTATION - What to say - How to present evidence - Common mistakes to avoid 5. WHAT TO EXPECT - Court process - Judge's questions - Potential outcomes Note: I will be representing myself pro se.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Claude represent me in court?
No. You represent yourself. Claude helps you prepare.
Should I get a lawyer instead?
For amounts above small claims limits or complex issues, consider an attorney.
Is Claude's guidance legally binding?
No. Verify procedures with the actual court.
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