Justice Courts
Learn about small claims - a simple way to sue someone for money, up to TEN THOUSAND DOLLARS ($10,000).
If you are suing someone, get step-by-step instructions on how to file your case, including how to collect your money if you win.
If you have been sued, find out what to do, including how to file a counterclaim, appeal a decision, and dealing with efforts to collect money from you.
You may be able to bypass court altogether by mediating your issue. Click the links below.
TIP! You can attend a small claims class for FREE! The classes are presented in both English and Spanish. You'll receive a class manual and some great tips to help you succeed in your case. Click to visit Free Classes for more information.
- What is Small Claims Court?
- Suing Someone in Small Claims Court - Step by Step Instructions
- I'm Being Sued In Small Claims: What Do I Do?
- Mediation: Can I Avoid Going to Court?
- How do I Get Ready to Appear in Small Claims Court?
- I Lost my Case: Can I Appeal a Small Claims Judgment?
- Judgments: How do I collect money? How do I fight collection?
- Small Claims References, Resources & Links
- Small Claims Forms
