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Handbook

Handbook  Representing Yourself in a Civil Case

A resource of information if you're considering representing yourself in a civil case in a Massachusetts trial court.

Organization: Trial Court Law Libraries Massachusetts Court System
Date published: April 5, 2018

Overview

The sections below contain content taken from the book "Representing Yourself in a Civil Case." The information is intended to provide an overview of the court process in a civil case, to answer frequently asked questions, and to direct you to available resources. 

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