This category covers situations when a person may have to go to court to deal with a dispute or violation. This includes the specific procedures to expect for specific kinds of cases, as well as general rules about court procedure to know.
Common Legal Words, Terms, Definitions, And Processes
Plain-language guided to understanding commonly used legal words, terms, definitions, and other legal processes.
Contact The Clerk Of Court
This resource goes over what the Clerk Of Court is and how to contact the Clerk Of Court.
Motion for Extension of Time to Respond in a Louisiana Court
Information about filing a motion for an Extension of Time to Respond in a Louisiana Court. Includes a form you can fill out and use, and instructions about how to fill out that form. Remember, using the form does not mean that you will get an extension. The court may deny your motion.
Papers In Your Civil Court Case: Words You Should Know
You may come across some of these words in court. This presentation is based on a resource created with the Pro Se Subcommittee of the Louisiana State Bar Association's Access to Justice Committee.
People In Your Civil Court Case: Words You Should Know
Watch this presentation to find out about words you need to know describing people in your civil court case. This presentation is based on a resource created with the Pro Se Subcommittee of the Louisiana State Bar Association's Access to Justice Committee.
Places in your Civil Court Case: Words You Should Know
Learn more about words you may come across in state courts in Louisiana. This presentation is based on a resource created with the Pro Se Subcommittee of the Louisiana State Bar Association's Access to Justice Committee.
Procedures In Your Civil Court Case: Words You Should Know
You may come across some of these words in court. This presentation is based on a resource created with the Pro Se Subcommittee of the Louisiana State Bar Association's Access to Justice Committee.
Representing Yourself In Court: Your Rights And Responsibilities
Tips if you must handle your legal issue on your own without a lawyer. This document is strictly for informational purposes, it does not include legal advice.
Understanding Legal Service Of Process
Service is the formal legal term for delivery of papers filed with the Court to the opposing party in a lawsuit. Service means that the proper legal officer gives the opposing party the paperwork that has been filed with the Court by the other side. This article outlines the various methods of service available in Louisiana and explains how each method works.