The Civil Self-Help Attorney assists litigants (or prospective litigants) in the following areas: small claims, unlawful detainers (i.e. evictions, for both landlords and tenants), civil harassment restraining orders, name changes, limited civil cases, judgment collection and guardianships.

The Civil Self-Help Attorney is available to help all parties who have questions about civil law issues. The Civil Self-Help Attorney can help you in preparing your own forms and can give you general information. The Civil Self-Help Attorney cannot go with you to court. The Civil Self-Help Attorney IS NOT YOUR LAWYER, but is a neutral person who does not represent any party. There is no attorney-client relationship between you and the Civil Self-Help Attorney. The Civil Self-Help Attorney may provide information and services to the other party in your case. Communications between you and the Civil Self-Help Attorney are NOT confidential. You should consult with your own attorney if you want personalized advice or strategy, to have a confidential conversation, or to be represented by an attorney in court. The Civil Self-Help Attorney is not responsible for the outcome of your case.