Small Claims Advisor

Staff at Legal Self Help Center (LSHC) provide small claims advisor services to the public. They are equipped to assist parties in filing and responding to claims, provide information on procedures in these actions and help parties to adequately prepare for their court appearances.

The Legal Self Help Center offers in-person and remote services according to the following schedule:

• In person drop-in services: 8:30 am to 12 noon, Tuesday through Thursday
  • Please arrive by 10:30 am to ensure time for assistance.
• Email services: 8:30 am to 3:00 pm, Monday through Friday
• Phone hours: 8:30 am to 12 noon, Monday through Friday, and 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm Tuesday and Thursday
• Zoom drop-In clinics: 8:30 am to 12 noon, Monday and Friday
  Zoom Link
  Meeting ID: 160 040 9915
  Passcode: 350144

The video Resolving Your Small Claims Case in the California Courts provides information regarding the options for resolving disputes involving $12,500 or less. If someone owes you – or claims you owe them – $12,500 or less, watching this video may help.