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Legal Research Centers of West Virginia |
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Representing Yourself In Court |
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Some day you may find you need to go to court – to settle a dispute with a business or a neighbor, to get a divorce, or collect child support. Many people hire a lawyer to take their case to court. It’s a good idea. A lawyer has training and experience and knows how the system works. Even if you end up representing yourself in court, it’s good to start by talking to a lawyer about your problem. Find out if your case is a simple matter or one that could get complicated. Ask what it would cost to hire a lawyer to handle it for you.
Of
course, not everyone can afford a lawyer.
And others may decide to take their chances and go it alone.
Going solo in the courthouse can be pretty scary, especially if
everything you know about the law you learned from watching television. Going to court isn’t as simple as they make it seem on TV.
In this section you will learn how the West Virginia court system works. You will learn the process — step by step. Take time to look it over. It could save you time and headaches later. Be sure to ask the librarian to view the video and accompanying booklet called Going Solo: Representing Yourself in the West Virginia Courts. Keep in mind that this is a guide meant to give you helpful information, not legal advice. |