Center for Self-Representation

Centro Para La Auto-Representación

Services

The Center for Self-Representation is located in the William D. Block Memorial Law Library. We offer information and resources, with a focus on people representing themselves in court (known as self-represented litigants or pro se litigants). In a civil or criminal matter, a pro se litigant acts as their own attorney. 

Our services include:

• Procedural Information - such as local and state court rules and laws on civil and criminal court procedures.
• Legal Information - staff can answer basic questions about court forms. 
• Forms and Instructions - specifically written for those who choose to represent themselves in their own court matters.  
• Community Resources - including information on agencies that provide legal advice and lawyer referrals as well as social service agencies.

This site does not provide legal advice. If you need legal advice, you should seek the assistance of an attorney. 

Topics Available

• Resources
• Court Forms
• Electronically File Your Forms
• Preparing for Court
• Arbitration
• Divorce / Family
• Domestic Abuse
• Eviction
• Mortgage Foreclosure
• Name Change
• Probate Court
• Small Claims

Helpful Booklets & Brochures

• Glossary of Legal Terms (PDF)
• Guardianship of Minors Booklet (PDF)
• Probate Court Booklet (PDF)
• Small Claims Booklet (PDF) (Spanish Booklet (PDF))
• Understanding Your Court System (PDF)