Representing Yourself in Court - Pro Se Answer

See these resources for information related to representing yourself and seeking fee waivers if you cannot afford an attorney.

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• Fact Sheet - Filing a Pro Se Answer (View as PDF | View as HTML)
• Fact Sheet - In Forma Pauperis Instructions. This guide offers directions on how to seek a waiver for court filing fees.
• Fact Sheet - In Forma Pauperis and Sample Forms
• Fact Sheet - Service by Publication (Warning Order)
• Form - In Forma Pauperis Affidavit
• Form - In Forma Pauperis Petition
• Form - In Forma Pauperis Order

Visit this link to create forms you can use in court:

• Interactive Form - In Forma Pauperis. This is an interactive form that will produce the three (3) documents you need to request a waiver of filing fees from the court.

See this video for information about how to properly respond to a lawsuit:

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