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ABA Family Legal Guide

How the Legal System Works

Mediation and Small-Claims Court

Small-Claims Court

May I represent myself?

Yes, you may represent yourself in small-claims court and do not necessarily need a lawyer to accompany you. In fact, there are some states in which a lawyer is not permitted to represent a party in small-claims court.

American Bar Association Family Legal Guide
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