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Representing Yourself in a Civil Case

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

This 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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Representing yourself in a civil case: Learn about the process  Get help filling out forms at a Court Service Center 

What you need to know

Get help from an attorney with parts of your case  Learn about Lawyer for the Day programs  Asking for help with court matters  How to conduct yourself in court  Massachusetts law about self-represented litigants  Chat or text with a law librarian 

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