How can we help you?

Self-represented Litigants Service (SRLS) staff can:

explain and answer questions about how the court operates
give information about court rules, procedures and practices
provide information about court protocols and etiquette
explain basic legal concepts and terms
direct litigants to required forms and relevant legislation
explain the mandatory requirements for the completion of forms and other court documents
provide court lists and information about listing cases before the court
refer litigants to agencies that provide legal advice such as the Queensland Public Interest Law Clearing House (QPILCH), Legal Aid, local solicitors and law firms.

give legal advice
tell a litigant whether or not they should bring their case to court, or its likelihood of success
advise what action a litigant should take in their case
fill out court forms or paperwork for a litigant. However, staff can check that court documents have been completed correctly e.g. signatures, dates, hearing details, correct file number etc.
tell a litigant what to say in court
give an opinion about what will happen in court or the likely outcomes
talk to a judge or registrar on behalf of a litigant
accompany a litigant to hearings, trials and other court appearances
serve papers for a litigant
assist with Magistrates Court inquiries.

For futher information, please refer to the SRLS terms and conditions.

Last updated Tuesday, 19 August 2008 15:47