Guides & Resources
Self-Help for Pro Pers
Resources for individuals representing themselves in California court proceedings.
We Are Not Lawyers
WE ARE NOT LAWYERS AND CANNOT PROVIDE ANY LEGAL ADVICE OR ASSISTANCE WITH DOCUMENT PREPARATION. THANK YOU!
Representing Yourself in Court?
If you are in pro per (representing yourself) and need legal assistance, please visit the California Courts Self-Help Center. The courts website provides resources and information to help you navigate your court case, including step-by-step guides for following procedures and help with understanding your options.
Visit California Courts Self-Help CenterWhat Legal Document Server Can Help With
While we cannot provide legal advice or document preparation assistance, Legal Document Server can help pro per litigants with the mechanical aspects of court filing:
- ✓eFiling your completed documents with California Superior Courts
- ✓Physical court filing in counties without mandatory eFiling
- ✓Process serving — having documents served on other parties
- ✓Court Services — courtesy copy delivery to judge's chambers
- ✓Electronic Service (E-Service) for multi-party cases
Note: You must have your documents fully prepared before submitting to LDS for filing. We do not review, draft, or advise on document content.
Ready to File Your Documents?
Once your documents are prepared, create a free account to submit your filing order. Our team will handle the rest.