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Representing yourself in court

Magistrates, District and Supreme Courts

This website is designed to help self-represented litigants navigate the often complex court system.

However, the information on this website should not be taken as legal advice and you may wish to consult with a lawyer about complex legal matters.

Legal Aid Queensland and community legal centres may be able provide free legal advice about your case (certain conditions may apply).

As a self-represented litigant, you should familiarise yourself with court etiquette and procedures. The following steps may help you to find the information you need.

• Go to the court where your case will be heard and look for a heading that deals with your type of case.
  
  >>Magistrates Court
  >>District Court
  >>Supreme Court
  
  
• If your case involves a dispute about money, you may find helpful information in the following areas:
  
  >>Money disputes up to $50,000
  >>Money disputes up $250,000
  >>Money disputes more than $250,000
  
  
• General information about filing documents, laws and court rules is available in the following areas:
  
  >>Fees
  >>Forms
  >>Legislation
  >>Practice directions
  

 

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