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Note: This video is only available in English. 

Going to court can be scary. Prepare by watching this video which shows each step in the process. Then, take this 5 question quiz to test your knowledge!

Last full review by a subject matter expert
February 09, 2023
Last revised by staff
May 24, 2020

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Motion Easy Form
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Fee waiver Easy Form
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Respond to a lawsuit Easy Form
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Worried about doing this on your own?  You may be able to get free legal help.

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Forms

Motion Easy Form
This Easy Form helps you ask a judge to do something in a case you are involved in.
Fee waiver Easy Form
This Easy Form helps you ask the court to waive or reduce filing fees.
Respond to a lawsuit Easy Form
This Easy Form helps you make Answer and Appearance forms to respond to a lawsuit. It can make optional forms for a Jury Request, Affirmative Defenses, and Counterclaims.